Environmental Manager

W. R. Grace is hiring an Environmental Manager for their Curtis Bay plant in Baltimore, MD. The role involves overseeing environmental compliance, managing waste operations, and supervising staff. Responsibilities include developing metrics for environmental management, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulations. The position requires physical presence at the plant site and involves working in a high hazard environment. Salary ranges from $108,212 to $148,791.50 annually.
Annual Wage Range : $108,212.00 - $148,791.50

Other Compensation : Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses

Benefits : U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Final salary and compensation will be based on several factors including candidate qualifications and experience, geographical location, market, and business considerations.

Job Description

W.R. Grace is seeking a dedicated Environmental Manager to join our team at the Curtis Bay 24 / 7 plant site. This role reports directly to the Environmental Health, Safety (EHS), and Security Manager. The position follows a Monday to Friday, day-shift schedule. The Environmental Manager is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of programs supporting local, state, and regulatory requirements for Environmental Compliance (EPA, MDE). This role provides direct supervision to the Environmental Engineer and the Waste Reclamation Plant Supervisor in support of Conduct of Operations and Operational Readiness, including Risk Assessment (HIRA) and Environmental Compliance. Currently, this position oversees all environmental (Title V, NPDES, SWPPP, Oil Management) permitting, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including the Curtis Bay landfill operations.

The Curtis Bay plant, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is W. R. Grace's largest manufacturing site. Operational since the early 1900s, this facility spans approximately 260 acres and employs around 700 people. The plant produces a variety of chemical products, including fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) catalysts, hydroprocessing catalysts, polyolefin catalysts, and silicas. These products are essential in industries such as fuel, plastics, food, beverages, biofuels, coatings, and pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities
• In conjunction with other members of the EHSS Management team, develop metrics to track Environmental Management system maturity.
• Oversee all environmental (Title V, NPDES, SWPPP, Oil Management) permitting, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including the Curtis Bay landfill operations.
• Manage the Emergency Response program at the site, maintaining relationships with external resources through the South Baltimore Industrial Mutual Aid Plan (SBIMAP) and the local fire department.
• Identify and implement sustainability opportunities, which will become increasingly important in the coming years.
• Supervise the Site Security Services at the facility.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments (HIRA) and develop strategies to mitigate environmental risks.
• Lead and participate in environmental audits and inspections.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on environmental policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate environmental considerations into operational decisions.

Physical Requirements and Environment
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials

Required Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing, chemical industry, or related field.
• Direct EHS-related experience.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations at local and federal levels.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and within a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions.
• High level of personal motivation, with a drive for ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Ability to travel periodically to corporate office and other Grace manufacturing sites may be required - up to 15%.

Preferred Qualifications
• BS degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in manufacturing, chemical industry, or related field.
• Certification in DOT Hazmat.
• Supervisory and leadership experience.
• Experience in specialty chemical manufacturing, particularly in air, water, and waste permitting.

Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace
• Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Company Match - Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave (salaried only)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program
• U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and / or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.