Environmental Specialist

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People * Customers * Trust

People * Customers * Trust

At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we think of ourselves as more than a box manufacturer. We are an ideas and solutions company. We seek to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. It just happens to be that corrugated products are our area of expertise.

At PCA, you'll find the best people in the industry operating in a "golden rule" culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do. PCA is proud to have a highly skilled and experienced team leading the way.

As a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the U.S., PCA offers customers broad expertise and economies of scale, while our multiple plant locations let us rapidly meet the local needs of our customers.

We are seeking resumes for an Environmental Specialist to work onsite in our DeRidder, LA pulp and paper mill.

Principle Accountabilities:

• monitor and evaluate compliance status of mill operations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions
• research, collect data, prepare documentation for use in permitting activities, participate in permit application review
• read, comprehend, and interpret federal and state regulations applicable to the mill site
• establish a positive and productive working relationship with operations, maintenance, regulatory agencies, contractors
• identify potential problem areas, develop corrective actions and/or plans, and follow through until complete
• collection of samples, analysis of samples, preparation of sample shipments to outside labs
• prepare reports for supervisor review and submission to agencies
• coordinate with operations and contractors for conducting required compliance tasks such as performance testing
• create and/or revise compliance procedures or plans
• conduct field activities
• participate and assist in audits and inspections
• perform and complete other tasks assigned by supervisor
• input information and maintain databases, spreadsheets
• periodic travel will be necessary

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Environmental Science or Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Environmental Engineer, Chemical Engineer, related science
• 3+ years of environmental experience including regulatory, laboratory, biology, chemistry, geological experience is helpful
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.
• Possess strong writing, analytical, organizational skills and desire for continual learning
• Ability to listen, communicate, and follow procedure/instruction

Knowledge/Competencies:

• Knowledgeable in air pollution, water pollution, solid waste, hazardous waste, agency reporting
• Familiar with CEMS and COMS; process information management systems is a plus
• Fundamental understanding of core environmental statutes and regulations such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Emergency Planning & Right-to-Know Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
• Demonstrates attention to detail, time management, self motivated, and personal responsibility

PCA provides a competitive comprehensive benefits package.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.