Company Overview
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Lead Environmental Specialist to be a key member within the Corporate Environmental Affairs (EA) team.
The primary purpose of the Lead Environmental Specialist is to facilitate the implementation of corporate and business-unit-level environmental management programs. In this role, you will administer and improve systems for collection, review, and examination of data or information, which may be financial or operational, and process and prepare it for use for purposes of enhancing the management decision-making capabilities of the Environmental Affairs Department, including internal and external performance reporting. This position assists in developing and executing strategy to ensure compliance as well as support energy conservation and CO2 reduction initiatives. The individual will also serve as a technical consultant and liaison to other BSAM Business Units and facilities as assigned.
Responsibilities
Develop environmental performance and strategies for sustainability metrics and goal setting, CO2 reduction, corporate remediation, and Environmental Management program implementation.
Monitor pending environmental legislation and assist manufacturing facilities in understanding and complying with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Identify, track, and report on key performance indicators relevant to environmental aspects and impacts to drive accountability and performance measurement.
Technical support and oversight and improvement of environmental information management systems.
Interpret data and provide recommendations to improve energy efficiency, recycling, waste disposal, water use and air pollution control.
Maintain records, prepare reports, and compose correspondence relative to assigned program areas.
Audit facilities and programs in order to evaluate operational effectiveness and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and corporate standards.
Broaden and promote energy conservation and pollution prevention programs including site assessments, benchmarking, collaboration, and communication of best practices enterprise-wide.
Assist in strategic planning, procedure development, standardization, and program implementation.
Perform industry benchmarking analyses with regard to environmental aspects, programs, and performance.
Evaluate and maintain general knowledge of external environmental programs and certifications and make recommendations for application within the company.
Provide indirect supervision and guidance of environmental professionals.
Typically requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Civil, Environmental Engineering or related science with 8 years of professional experience in an engineering or scientific field implementing environmental activities to conserve natural resources; working in an environmental management system; or environmental regulatory compliance assurance.
Computer literacy and ability to manipulate and develop spreadsheets and help design or improve databases.
Ability to perform research work, make mathematical computations and provide comprehensive and innovative recommendations on environmental engineering issues.
Pollution prevention mindset with drive for process standardization and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental engineering.
Strong organizational agility to enhance cross-functional communication and collaboration.
Ability to communicate with all levels of organization.
Strong ability to self-direct work with broad guidance and input from management.
Ability to travel around 30-50% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience with EPA MACT “Air” regulations.
Experience with Intelex or environmental management information systems.
Experience conducting/participating in environmental auditing.
Environmental Credentials (e.g., CHMM, PG, PE etc.).
Apply and join our team to begin a career at Bridgestone Americas. Trust your
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We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage to apply!
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