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 our mill in Hodge, LA, 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

Job Duties/responsibilities:

Routinely engage in safety meetings, programs, and mill safety effortsHelp ensure compliance with existing and proposed federal, state, and local rules and regulationsInterface with regulatory agencies on behalf of the Company or business unitAssist with the development of site environmental goals and monitor key performance metricsSupport incident reporting, response, and corrective action implementationAssist operations with troubleshooting environmental-related issuesAssist in environmental programs including:Title V air permit programMACT programsStack testingGreenhouse Gas (GHG) Monitoring Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)Emissions Inventory Refrigerant ManagementWork with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to obtain and maintain environmental permits. Assist with other environmental programs, including NPDES, Groundwater, SPCC, Solid Waste, Universal Waste, and Hazardous Waste, as neededPrepare a variety of regulatory reports which require data collection, calculations, accurate recordkeeping, and an adherence to regulatory deadlines  Participate in the on-call weekend duty rotationAssit in management of the wastewater treatment systemManaging 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

Behavioral competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual needs to consistently apply and demonstrate the following behavioral competencies:

Safety – Models and promotes a safe and responsible work environment, uses required PPE, reports issues, and maintains clean work environment.

Composure – Maintains composure in challenging or high-pressure situations, manages stress well, and avoids defensiveness or frustration.

Managing Diversity – Treats people fairly, demonstrates respect and inclusion when working with diverse individuals, supports equal opportunity and inclusive hiring.

Ethics and Values – Models core values through ethical decision-making and trustworthy behavior and demonstrates integrity and respect in all situations.

Integrity and Trust – Is honest, reliable, keeps confidences, admits mistakes, and communicates truthfully.

Listening – Listens actively, patiently and with collaboration and accurately reflects others’ viewpoints whether in agreement or disagreement.

Written Communications – Writes clearly, concisely, and effectively in a variety of communication settings.

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 correspondence with various agencies, upper management, and other mill personnel.

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.