Environmental Scientist - Leetsdale, PA

SUMMARY: Provides technical functions to achieve, maintain and document compliance with Environmental regulatory requirements. Ensures that all related work is completed in compliance with Company, State, and Federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Including but not limited to the following.

• Manages the operation of the facility's Wastewater Treatment System, including:
• Maintain and calibration of control instrumentation, Procurement of treatment plant and environmental supplies, Scheduling of residual waste and recycled material Collection of performance samples and management of analysis by external laboratory, Completion and submittal of discharge monitoring reports and other required reporting, and Scheduling of maintenance for treatment system.
• Manages the disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials, including Routine scheduling of waste removal, Recordkeeping, periodic certification and regulatory report generation, Arrangement for accommodations for special projects, and investigates alternative to disposal options including opportunities for pollution prevention, waste minimization and recycling.
• Conducts inspections of the facility, documents findings, arranges for and monitors progress of clean-up/remediation of problem areas.
• Conducts training for other employees regarding waste handling, chemical hazards, pollution prevention, waste minimization, etc. Directs hourly personnel in performance of environmentally related work – as needed
• Directs hourly personnel in performance of environmental tasks

JOB REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must exude the utmost respect for the environment and safety of all individuals, inside and outside of the workplace, by promoting environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance, regarding all local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Associate degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 1+ years' experience in an industrial environment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills
• Knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office skills in particular Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or environmental science.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Work is performed in an industrial setting with varying temperatures, loud noise and heavy activity.