Environmental Specialist

The Environmental Specialist for AMVAC's 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 AMVAC's 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 requirementsPerform and document audits, inspections, observations and appropriate corrective actions for the Environmental DepartmentPrepare 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 communityMaintain containment areas through regular inspections and corrective actionsOversee cleanliness of the industrial wastewater systems and equipmentProvide direction for transportation of hazardous waste, empty containers, and other wastesManagement and handling of rainwater, which includes working in inclement weatherPerform monitoring, sampling, testing, analysis and measurements as required by the Environmental Department which requires working in confined spaces and heightsMaintain complete and adequate documentation and records to maintain environmental complianceActively participate in the plant's environmental, sustainability, source reduction, and waste minimization efforts and goalsOther duties as assignedEducation Requirements: BS - Bachelor's degree required - preferably in Environmental Compliance or chemical orientationSkills & Qualifications: 3 + years of experience in Environmental Compliance - preferably in Los Angeles County / Southern CaliforniaExperience working with chemicals in an industrial environment or equivalent alternativeKnowledge and understanding of laws and regulations pertaining to air, water, storm water, and wastewater; solid, universal, and hazardous wastes; pesticides ; transportation and safety of chemicalsMust have excellent communication skills - written and verbalProficiency in MS Office applications: Excel, Word, and PowerPointAbility to interact with Supervisors and other plant personnel in a positive and cooperative mannerCommunicate 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 forkliftBe able to work during off-hours to meet business needs as neededMust pass post-offer background check, physical and other tests as requiredAMVAC Benefits and More:Exceptional Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision offered at low cost to employees and their familiesLife; AD&D insurance for employees and their families401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching after 30 daysCompensation from $$73,000 - $85,000Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount [AMVAC is an American Vanguard Company (NYSE: AVD)]Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) availableWellness program; tuition reimbursement and other benefitsEqual 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.

Created: 2025-01-14