Sustainability- Waste Lead

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Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-wide strategies to reduce waste generation and increase reuse, recycling, recovery, and landfill diversion across Fab4 TD/HVM and Fab20.
• Lead waste characterization, forecasting, and management planning to proactively address evolving waste streams and operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulations, permits, policies, and reporting requirements related to waste management.
• Establish and optimize waste-service partnerships, vendor strategies, and disposal pathways to support sustainability, compliance, and cost objectives.
• Collaborate with Facilities, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Construction, and Procurement teams to integrate waste reduction and circularity considerations into operational and project decisions.
• Analyze waste performance data, identify improvement opportunities, and develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting to drive accountability and results.
• Lead and support projects that improve waste handling, source reduction, recycling infrastructure, and resource recovery capabilities.
• Apply AI and advanced analytics tools to identify efficiency improvements, optimize waste management processes, and enhance program performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in environmental compliance, waste management, sustainability, manufacturing operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of waste regulations, waste characterization, recycling programs, and environmental management systems.
• Experience leading multi-functional initiatives and influencing collaborators across multiple organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or other highly regulated industrial environments.
• Knowledge of circular economy principles, zero-waste programs, and sustainability reporting frameworks.
• Experience managing waste-service providers, contract negotiations, and vendor performance programs.
• Proficiency with data analytics, business intelligence tools, and AI-enabled solutions to drive operational improvements.
• Professional certifications such as CHMM, REM, CSP, or equivalent environmental or sustainability credentials.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$111,000.00 - $190,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
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