Sustainability Program Manager

Develop lead implement monitor and execute the companys waste & recycling management program at a customer location. Serve as liaison between Clean Earth its customer and 3rd party logistics providers. Working independently at the customers site under general supervision responsible for implementation and day-to-day operations of Clean Earths waste management program. Drive recycling improvements cost improvements and waste minimization in alignment with customer goals. Assist with research and implementation of sustainable and innovative programs.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions) :

Serve as technical and EHS expert for customer on hazardous waste and DOT regulations

As technical expert for the customer provide consultation on best known practices for appropriate disposition of all types of waste.

Plan and schedule scrap / waste shipments at customer site to ensure internal deadlines are met

Ensure shipments are completed in a compliant manner (e.g. all items packaged marked and labeled properly paperwork meets regulatory requirements proper DOT transporters are utilized). Ensure all local State and Federal requirements are adhered to.

Assist with waste characterization of various waste streams

Work with on-site teams daily to monitor waste and recycling programs and maintain swaps and pickups as needed.

Work with customer teams on special projects as needed.

Participate in weekly team planning calls; benchmark and share experiences with other program managers at similar customer locations.

Participate in customer calls and meetings as necessary for implementation of onsite program.

Maintain and update shipments in company systems for forecasting and billing purposes. Collaborate with customer service billing and operations teams to ensure seamless customer experience.

Resolve site-level vendor and customer issues that may arise. Address issues in a professional manner with appropriate root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Coach customer and / or 3rd party organizations on Clean Earth systems / database and serve as liaison between parties to ensure collaboration and implementation of site programs.

Conduct regular inspections of waste containers both within the building and outdoor storage areas

Facilitate emergency response activities as directed by customer.

Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications :

Basic Required Qualifications :

Either a bachelors degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the waste management industry OR in lieu of a degree a minimum of 8 years of experience in the waste management industry.

Working knowledge of RCRA and DOT regulations.

Preferred Qualifications :

Spanish Fluency a plus

Experience in project management and / or client relations

Experience in hazardous waste management including preparation of labels and shipping paperwork

Experience scheduling hazmat transporters / carriers

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word Excel Teams and Share point

Experience using an order entry system (Oracle ideal)

Highly developed verbal communication skills to work with individuals at all levels of staff at the customer site and within Clean Earth

Ability to lead others through influence

Ability to work independently under general supervision

Physically able to traverse large facility with busy forklift traffic through narrow aisles and ability to access locked fenced areas.

Visual acuity to read labels and documents and to perform compliance inspections of container storage areas

Willingness and ability to wear company provided personal protective equipment including eye protection steel toed shoes and safety vest

Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and / or coworkers

Additional Information :

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health dental vision life and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off wellness benefits employee discount program tuition assistance and a 401k with company matching.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status gender identity or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earths website because a disability prevents you from using the online system Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure : Call toll free and leave your name phone number city and state of residence.  Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job.   This line is dedicated to disability applications only.  No other inquiries will receive a response.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Program Management,Data Collection,Environmental Services,Industrial Cleaning,Root cause Analysis,OSHA,Project Management,Team Management,EPA,Leadership Experience,EHS,Manufacturing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1