TYC Environmental Specialist

About the role

Tyler Coupling is located in Marshfield, MO. Tyler Coupling has been committed to being a safe workplace for team members, providing high-quality products to our customers and being a good neighbor in the community where we operate. This position consists of compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. This position is a hands-on environmental role requiring routine field work, waste management activities, environmental inspections, sampling, and operation of material handling equipment, in addition to environmental recordkeeping and administrative support functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure personal safety and the safety of team members; wear appropriate PPE, which may include hearing protection, foot, hand, head and eye protection; proactively promote The McWane Way principles.
• Serve as the primary coordinator for hazardous and non-hazardous waste collection, storage, labeling, inspection, and disposal activities.
• Perform routine inspections of waste accumulation areas, container storage locations, outdoor environmental areas, and spill prevention equipment.
• Assist production and maintenance personnel with proper handling, storage, and disposal of waste and environmentally regulated materials.
• Conduct site investigations, prepare inspection reports, and facilitate activities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and procedures.
• Maintain environmental storage areas in a clean, organized, and inspection-ready condition.
• Assist with spill prevention, spill response, and cleanup activities as directed; report environmental incidents, spills, unsafe conditions, and compliance concerns promptly to appropriate supervision and the Environmental Manager.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, as authorized, to transport waste containers, environmental materials, spill response equipment, and other regulated materials throughout the facility.
• Perform environmental sampling activities, including collection of wastewater, waste, and other environmental samples as required.
• Work may involve exposure to outdoor conditions, dust, mud, water, waste materials, and other industrial environments.
• Collect environmental data and assist with monitoring, sampling, and compliance activities.
• Provide administrative support for environmental compliance programs by organizing and updating records and documentation associated with air, water, waste, and chemical management activities.
• Assist the Environmental Manager in preparing environmental reports, permit-related documentation, and compliance records.
• Identify and communicate potential environmental compliance concerns to supervision and the Environmental Manager.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and chemical inventory records to support environmental aspect identification, environmental compliance evaluations, waste characterization, and environmental information management.
• Enter, maintain, and organize data within environmental management software systems, including Cority, EMS, EDM, and SharePoint.
• Assist with tracking environmental action items, inspections, audit findings, and corrective actions.
• Assist with environmental audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Assist in maintaining the Environmental Management System.
• Follow all EHS guidelines and applicable procedures; read, follow, and develop the Environmental Work Instructions.
• Report any unsafe conditions or incidents in a timely manner to their supervisor or any member of management.
• Work with plant supervisors to direct hourly employees in completing environmentally related job duties properly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental regulations, compliance requirements, and waste management practices.
• Understanding of hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling, storage, labeling, and disposal procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to conduct inspections, audits, and environmental compliance assessments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Cority (preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Health & Safety, Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Experience with EPA, OSHA, RCRA, SPCC, Stormwater, Wastewater, and Air Compliance Programs.
• Experience supporting Environmental Management Systems and ISO 14001 programs.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.