Environmental Engineer

The opportunity:The Environmental Engineer is responsible for assisting the Environmental Manager to ensure that environmental compliance is maintained at a large, fully integrated Kraft pulp mill.How you will impact WestRock:· Implement environmental programs including:o Title V air permit programo MACT programs (Boiler MACT, RICE MACT, Subparts S and MM)o Stack testingo Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Monitoring o Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)o Emissions Inventory o Refrigerant Management · Prepare a variety of regulatory reports which require data collection, calculations, accurate recordkeeping, and an adherence to regulatory deadlines. · Supervise operation of the Mill’s gas chromatograph and analyze results used for MACT reporting.· Support Operations and Maintenance in reviewing environmental controls systems.· Provide environmental training to hourly and salaried employees.· Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to obtain and maintain environmental permits. · Maintain required documents in a concise, thorough "audit-ready" manner. · Support WestRock’s Sustainability efforts to meet carbon and water reduction targets and to increase recycling and beneficial reuse. · Assist with other environmental programs as needed.· Participate in the on-call weekend duty rotation.What you need to succeed:

B.S. in Environmental, Chemical, or related Engineering; or Physical or Biological disciplines

At least 3 years of experience in environmental compliance at a manufacturing facility. Pulp and Paper experience is preferred.

Knowledge of air regulations and continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS) operation.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills.

Competencies:

Exhibits strong competencies in Safety Mindset and has a thorough understanding of safety policies and procedures.

Targets and achieves results, sets and accomplishes challenging goals, prioritizes and manages tasks effectively, maintains an organized system to monitor progress, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets standards and responsibilities.

Drives for continuous improvement while managing expectations and results. Able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and accelerates the change within themselves, their work group, or the organization; challenges the status quo and creatively identifies opportunities for improvement. Demonstrates a constant commitment to do things better.

Understands and works to meet customer requirements. Listens to and responds to customer’s needs; builds relationships with and gains trust of customer by always meeting commitments.

Recognizes problems and responds by systematically gathering information and weighing options. Able to sort through complex issues, seeks input from others and addresses root cause of issues. Makes timely and accurate decisions. Uses consensus when possible and clearly communicates decisions to others.

Tackles problems and takes independent action. Seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development, and demonstrates a bias for action without being prompted.

Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues. Can simplify and process complex issues and information, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts, can analyze data/information and draw accurate conclusions.

Able to exhibit a ‘can-do’ approach and inspire associates to excel, uses competition to encourage others, develops performance standards and confronts negative attitudes. Develops a team spirit and uses tact when expressing ideas or opinions. Presents new ideas to authority figures and adapts presentations to suit a particular audience. Responds to objections successfully.

Attentive to detail and accuracy; is committed to excellence. Continuously looks for improvements, seeks opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency.

Able to be tactful, maintain confidences, and foster an ethical work environment. Prevents inappropriate behavior by coworkers, give proper credit to others and handles all situations honestly.

Able to clearly present information through spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talks with employees, customers, and supplies, and has strong listening skills.

What we offer:· Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.· Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.· An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.· A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and, Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.