Environmental Compliance Manager

About the role

Taconic, a global leader in the manufacture of PTFE‑coated fiberglass fabric, belts and tapes, is seeking an Environmental Compliance Manager to assist, coordinate and perform all duties necessary to ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations related to hazardous materials, hazardous waste, air emissions, industrial wastewater treatment, water discharges, stormwater management, safe drinking water, and other environmental stewardship activities at North American facilities.

Responsibilities

• Research and stay updated on federal, state and local laws and requirements pertaining to the Clean Air Act, State Facility Air program, State Pollution Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) program, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), NYS Superfund Program, Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), Emergency Planning and Community Right‑to‑Know (EPCRA), and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations for hazardous material transportation.
• Prepare and submit Tier 2 and Toxic Release Inventory reports under SARA 312 and 313.
• Track U.S. federal, state and EU legislative and regulatory developments related to PFAS content in finished products and articles.
• Prepare and submit documentation in compliance with the State Facility Air Program, SPDES program, and State Drinking Water program.
• Prepare and submit all DOT documentation for hazardous materials, including Hazardous Waste Manifests.
• Determine RCRA and DOT classification numbers for each waste stream.
• Determine waste frequency and volume, select shipping containers and methods, procure containers, and verify correct labels and markings per EPA and DOT regulations.
• Coordinate periodic air, water, and waste sampling as required.
• Ensure timely payment of permit fees and submission of permit renewal applications for air and groundwater discharge.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee field activities for the NYS inactive hazardous waste remediation program, including operation, monitoring, and maintenance of private and public water‑supply treatment systems.
• Interact with EPA, NYSDEC, DOT, and other federal, state, county and local agencies, as well as outside consultants.
• Train new hires and existing employees on site‑specific environmental procedures.
• Assist Facilities Management in the operation and maintenance of environmental protection systems such as plant water supply, wastewater processing, and material recycling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental sciences, chemical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Five to ten years of environmental compliance experience, including work with regulatory agencies.
• Experience or training in waste management, drinking water treatment, and industrial wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes with the ability to recommend and implement necessary changes.

Skills

• Excellent written, oral, and computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities and the capacity to prioritize tasks amid changing work conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Competitive retirement and compensation package.
• Tuition assistance.
• Paid vacation and additional benefits.

Pay

Salary range: $95,000 – $150,000 per year.