Environmental Specialist

At DuPont, we are working on things that matter; whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. 

If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company for you!

We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

WHY JOIN US?

Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter! 

Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results. 

Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!

Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.

We are hiring an Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist.

The successful candidate will provide EH&S (focusing on environmental) oversight, guidance, competency, and leadership, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and DuPont Corporate Standards. Lead, monitor, audit, and provide consulting for maintaining a proactive Site-specific program to achieve Site EH&S goals and objectives. 

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Plant subject matter expert resource for related environmental information on regulatory requirements and permits, as well as site and corporate procedures, guidelines, and standards.
• Ensure compliance tasks are completed (EPA and other federal, state, and local requirements applicable to the Plant), including required communications with and reporting to regulatory agencies. Maintain management systems to sustain compliance. Facilitate regulatory agency inspections and associated follow-up activities.
• Facilitate the process to submit permits for new projects and renew permits for ongoing operations as required.
• Perform the applicable environmental monitoring, data collection, analyzing and reporting for the Plant. Oversee programs related to Environmental compliance such as leak detection and repair (LDAR).
• Support the maintenance and improvement of the site’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
• Lead / participate in environmental related audits, reviews, and improvement projects. Drive strong visibility and engagement with employees.
• Coach and/or train teams and individuals on environmental related tasks and activities.
• As required, conduct and document investigations and classification of incidents and ensure follow up actions to prevent re-occurrences that are addressed.
• Help drive sustainability improvements as a member of the Site Sustainability Team.
• Participate in regulatory advocacy efforts through the Virginia Manufacturers Association (VMA)
• Submit monthly and quarterly sustainability data for James River Gypsum and Spruance into the corporate xOverTime system.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in engineering, a related technical field, or other equivalent experience required.
• 5-10 years of environmental work experience in a manufacturing facility (chemical industry preferred).
• ISO 14001 experience preferred.

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(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing.  For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement.