Environmental Specialist ( {{city}}) Job at AMVAC: An American Vanguard Company, Los Angeles, CA

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  • AMVAC: An American Vanguard Company
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

The Environmental Specialist for AMVACs Los Angeles Chemical Manufacturing plant will work to achieve and maintain compliance with federal, state, local and other applicable laws and regulations; provide hands-on training and conduct regular audits and enhance and improve AMVACs performance record for Environmental Compliance to meet local, state and federal requirements.

AMVAC, an American Vanguard Company (NYSE: AVD) is a global, diversified agricultural and specialty products company focusing on crop protection, turf and ornamental markets, and public health applications. At American Vanguard, we believe in growth, innovation, and opportunity. We understand that a successful business is built on the strength of its people which is why we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fueling success and cultivating potential.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, develop and implement environmental direction and training programs for compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Perform and document audits, inspections, observations and appropriate corrective actions for the Environmental Department
  • Prepare and maintain plans, reports, manuals and related requirements (e.g.: RCRA, PBR, SPCC, SWPPP, P2, AER, SMR, PPE, TRI SARA III, 1173, CWC, SB14, TSCA, AB2588, AB617, and others)
  • Represent the facility and participate in communications and interactions with regulatory agencies and related entities in the community
  • Maintain containment areas through regular inspections and corrective actions
  • Oversee cleanliness of the industrial wastewater systems and equipment
  • Provide direction for transportation of hazardous waste, empty containers, and other wastes
  • Management and handling of rainwater, which includes working in inclement weather
  • Perform monitoring, sampling, testing, analysis and measurements as required by the Environmental Department which requires working in confined spaces and heights
  • Maintain complete and adequate documentation and records to maintain environmental compliance
  • Actively participate in the plants environmental, sustainability, source reduction, and waste minimization efforts and goals
  • Other duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

  • BS Bachelors degree required - preferably in Environmental Compliance or chemical orientation

Skills & Qualifications:

  • 3 + years of experience in Environmental Compliance preferably in Los Angeles County / Southern California
  • Experience working with chemicals in an industrial environment or equivalent alternative
  • Knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations pertaining to air, water, storm water, and wastewater; solid, universal, and hazardous wastes; pesticides ; transportation and safety of chemicals
  • Must have excellent communication skills - written and verbal
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to interact with Supervisors and other plant personnel in a positive and cooperative manner
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of AMVAC personnel and with representatives of government agencies (e.g. South Coast Air Quality Management District, L.A. County Sanitation District, L.A. County Fire Department, etc.)
  • Ability to drive a forklift
  • Be able to work during offhours to meet business needs as needed
  • Must pass post-offer background check, physical and other tests as required

AMVAC Benefits and More:

  • Exceptional Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision offered at low cost to employees and their families
  • Life; AD&D insurance for employees and their families
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching after 30 days
  • Compensation from $$73,000 - $85,000
  • Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount [AMVAC is an American Vanguard Company (NYSE: AVD)]
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available
  • Wellness program; tuition reimbursement and other benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing. We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System.

Job Tags

Part time, Local area, Flexible hours,

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