This position is open for domestic candidates only.

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Plant Environmental Manager,responsible for the implementation andmaintenance of environmental management system (EMS), environmental compliance activities and radiationprotection for the Steel Mill by assisting and advising Environmental Manager and department superintendentson environmental matters based on knowledge of environmental regulations and counsel of CorporateEnvironmental, outside attorneys, and consultants.

SCOPETypically Reports To:

Plant ManagerLevel of Supervision ExercisedProcess/Project Leader without direct reports - project or process owner responsible for organizing andcoordinating work of others to achieve common results in a collaborative manner, providing guidance toothers, but without formal authority to hire, performance manage or terminateFreedom to Act / Level of Supervision ReceivedGeneral Direction - Subject to general direction and broadly defined policy objectivesCustomers Supported

• Support all departments
• Budget Varies by Location
• Exposure Significant exposure from remedial costs and potential fines
• Direct Reports None
• Indirect reports Hourly technicians

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Keep up-to-date with federal, state, provincial and local environmental regulations.
• Coordinates and directs activities associated with environmental compliance and remediation.
• Coordinates and directs the radiation control program.
• Coordinates and directs compliance activities associated with any on-onsite landfill.
• Responsible for permitting activities.
• Responsible for effective supervision of hourly and exempt employees under his/her direction.
• Maintain productive relationships with mill and regulatory personnel.
• Responsible for carrying out corporate, plant and departmental policies and programs.
• Remain abreast of federal and state safety regulations.
• Monitor plant operations to detect, report and insure compliance with all environmental regulations.
• Responsible for proper, efficient, and effective work methods.
• Cooperate with other superintendents, supervisors and employees to maintain coordinated.operations.
• Responsible for implementing EMS, ECR, and KPIs.

Responsible for supporting the Environmental Manageron environmental action plans, capex projects, GBS, and safety responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILTIES

• The Environmental Specialist II must keep up-to-date with environmental regulations and provide guidanceand assistance to Mill management to assure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local environmentalregulations and radiation procedures.

This position reports directly to the Mill Environmental Manager.

Direct or dotted line (varies by location) reporting to the incumbent are non exempt/ hourly employeesassigned to tend to environmental/radiation equipment and related areas.

• The Environmental Specialist II collects, or oversees the collection of, samples and data required for variousenvironmental permits.

The position is also responsible for preparation, submission , and timely filing of allenvironmental reports, including annual Tier II, TRI, hazardous waste, superfund, Title V, NPDES, radiationprotection and various other environmental reporting which must be certified true and accurate by thecompany. Additionally this position is responsible for coordinating permitting of all sources of air emissions,landfills, wastewater discharges, solid waste management, and storm water runoff for the mill site includingany applicable contractor support functions.

• The incumbent will train employees in environmental policy, as well as participate in the development of andadhere to Environmental Compliance Plans, such as SPCC and SWPPP.

In cases where appropriate training isnot in place, the incumbent will develop new training programs and presentations. In addition, theEnvironmental Specialist II will assist plant operators and engineering in the planning of new or updatedemissions control equipment or mill modifications, including review of new facilities and equipment to assurecompliance with all applicable regulations.

• The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and directing the radiation control program for all onsiteoperations. This includes monitoring, calibrating, and testing all radiation detection devices and ensuringproper response to all radiation detection alarms; developing procedures for handling radiation alarms; anddeveloping proceduring for responding to the possibility of a radioactive melt.
• The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and directing activities associated with any on-site landfill.

Thisincludes performing, monitoring and testing activities; ground water monitoring; landfill inspections includingstormwater drainage, vegetative or synthetic cover, and managing design, construction, related projects,maintenance and repairs.

The Environmental Specialist II is responsible for implementing the environmental management system(EMS), the environmental conformance rating (ECR) program, and key performance indicator (KPI)monitoring programs. This position also actively supports the Environmental Manager in developing and implementing environmental action plans, environmental capital expenditure projects, GBS strategicdirections, and safety responsibilities.

• The Environmental Specialist II obtains and provides direction, guidance, and assistance and influencesoperating departments as required to assure adherence to the environmental policy and to the EnvironmentalManagement System (EMS) and to assure the most efficient and effective use of resources required forremediation activities and for short-term and long-term environmental compliance in line with Companypolicy and under the general direction of the Mill Environmental Manager.

Due to close contact withoperating management and personnel, and federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, the position requiresthe ability and maturity to effectively communicate with a variety of personalities and interests,sometimes under adversarial conditions or time constraints.

• The major challenge of this position is to implement programs,practices and procedures under the generaldirection of the plant Environmental Manager to assure continuous short term and long term compliance with environmental regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum qualifications necessary at the entry to this roleand critical for the satisfactorily performance of essential duties. The education credentials must be earned froman accredited school/college/university.

EducationBachelor's Degree technical college graduate RequiredCertificationsHazardous Materials TransportationCertification Online certification RequiredWastewater Treatment Operator State License RequiredUnderground Storage Tank Operator State License RequiredWork Experience3 - 5 years environmental compliance area of steel mill orsimilar heavy industrial operations Required Job Specific Skills and Abilities

• Execute oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Interact effectively with others, including all levels of management
• Collaborate with others in a professional manner while attempting to achieve a common goal
• Demonstrate excellent judgement and decision making skills
• Identify areas of risk/concern in area of responsibility
• Identify needs and opportunities and develop action plans to address
• Recognize and attend to important details with accuracy and efficiency
• Possess strong clerical and data entry skills Manage multiple assignments and tasks and set priorities
• Work constructively under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlines
• Use relevant computer system applications at an intermediate level

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL

DEMANDSWork EnvironmentCombination of Production and Office Environments Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. If you have any disabilities and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com