Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity:

The Environmental Engineer at the Hodge Mill ensures the mill achieves environmental compliance as required by permits and law.  The main areas overseen are wastewater, air, solid, and hazardous waste.  The position also requires managing laboratory technicians and ensuring all lab testing and data is done properly

Task/responsibilities:

Ensuring environmental compliance with wastewater treatment system.Managing environmental laboratory and lab techniciansData reporting to LDEQ, USGS, Dept. of Natural Resources, and other state/local agenciesManaging and assisting with projects (dredging, levee repair, maintenance)Environmental inspections/audits throughout the millAccounting/purchasing related to environmental budgetData collection and processing data related to water, air, waste

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Safety - Includes following safety rules and regulations, working to create and maintain good housekeeping, knowledge and use of safety equipment, active participation in safety effort, attending safety meetings, confronting others regarding safety, reporting incidents and near misses, correcting unsafe conditions.

Composure - Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.

Managing Diversity – Manages all kinds and classes of people equitably; deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages and both sexes; hires variety and diversity without regard to class, supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.

Ethics and Values – Adheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches.

Integrity and Trust – Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keep confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

Listening – Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees. 

Written Communications – Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication setting and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

What you need:

Knowledge/skills

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to analyze dataInterpret dataMake decisions quickly based on dataRequires overall knowledge of mill processes and how each area can impact the environment Problem solving skills and must be able to think quickly to give guidance or resolve an issueManagement skills for supervising employeesCommunication skills are required for correspondance with various agencies, upper management, and other mill personel.

critical learning experiences

Prior experience in environmental or related industries preferred.  Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field preferred.   Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.