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Environmental Specialist
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What they do
An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.
$93,988 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Country United States of America
State / County California
City Garden Grove
Division Fasteners
Company AIC
Function Environmental, Health, and Safety
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time Opportunity
ID 23230
Job Description Job Description Environmental Specialist Position Summary The Environmental Specialist is responsible for managing and executing multi-media environmental compliance programs in a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role requires hands-on ownership of air quality, hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater programs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, with a strong emphasis on California-specific requirements. This position serves as the primary environmental subject matter expert for the facility, ensuring compliance with agencies such as SCAQMD, DTSC, CUPA, LACSD and California Water Boards. The Environmental Specialist will lead regulatory reporting, inspections, and audits, while partnering with operations, engineering, and leadership to maintain full environmental compliance and minimize risk. Key Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Programs Manage environmental compliance programs across air, hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations (EPA, DTSC, SCAQMD, CUPA, LACSD, and Water Boards)
Interpret environmental permits and ensure adherence to permit conditions and regulatory requirements Air Quality Compliance (SCAQMD) Manage facility air permits and ensure compliance with permit conditions
Track emissions (VOC/HAP) and prepare annual emissions inventories/reporting (AER)
Evaluate process changes for regulatory applicability and compliance Hazardous Waste Management (DTSC - Title 22) Oversee hazardous waste programs including:
Coordinate hazardous waste disposal vendors and ensure regulatory compliance
CUPA / CERS
Reporting Manage Hazardous Materials Business Plans (HMBP) and chemical inventory reporting
Maintain compliance within the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS)
Aboveground storage tank (SPCC/APSA) requirements Stormwater Compliance (IGP / SMARTS) Develop and maintain the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
Conduct stormwater inspections, sampling, and reporting
Ensure compliance with the California Industrial General Permit (IGP) via SMARTS Industrial Wastewater Compliance (LA County Sanitation District - LACSD) Support industrial wastewater permit compliance, including: Audits, Inspections & Reporting Conduct internal environmental audits and facility inspections
Lead and support regulatory inspections (AQMD, DTSC, CUPA, LACSD, and Water Boards)
Prepare and submit regulatory reports and maintain compliance documentation Incident Management & Continuous Improvement Investigate environmental incidents and compliance deviations
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Identify opportunities for waste reduction, emissions reduction, and environmental performance improvement Training & Cross-Functional Support Develop and deliver environmental compliance training to site personnel
Partner with operations, maintenance, and engineering to support compliance initiatives
Serve as environmental SME for projects, process changes, and new equipment Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field Experience 3-7+ years of environmental compliance experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial environments
Demonstrated experience managing multi-media environmental programs (air, waste, water)
Direct experience with California environmental regulations, including: Technical Expertise Experience preparing and submitting environmental reports:
Knowledge of:
Ability to interpret regulatory requirements, permits, and compliance obligations Operational Skills Experience supporting or leading environmental audits and regulatory inspections
Strong documentation, organization, and data tracking skills
Proficiency with Excel and environmental reporting systems Preferred Qualifications Experience in aerospace, coatings, metal finishing, or chemical manufacturing environments
Familiarity with:
Experience with:
Professional certifications (preferred but not required): What Success Looks Like in This Role Ability to independently manage environmental compliance programs with minimal oversight
Confidence interacting directly with regulatory agencies and leading inspections
Strong understanding of California environmental regulations and reporting systems
Proactive identification and mitigation of compliance risks
Effective partnership with operations to maintain compliance without disrupting production All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $54,300 to $81,500 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance