Environmental Specialist

Summary of Role

The Environmental Specialist supports environmental compliance and sustainability efforts within a food manufacturing environment. This role assists with monitoring environmental programs, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting day-to-day environmental activities across plant operations. Success in this role is defined by attention to detail, willingness to learn regulatory requirements, and strong collaboration with operations and quality teams. The Environmental Specialist will gain hands-on experience supporting environmental programs in a regulated manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with compliance to local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permits
• Support routine environmental inspections and internal audits within the manufacturing facility
• Help monitor air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, waste handling, and recycling programs
• Collect environmental data, maintain logs, and assist with reporting requirements
• Support environmental recordkeeping and document control efforts
• Assist with implementation of environmental management and sustainability initiatives
• Participate in investigations of environmental incidents and support corrective actions
• Coordinate with internal departments to promote environmentally responsible practices
• Support employee environmental training and awareness programs
• Assist with vendor and contractor environmental compliance oversight
• Perform additional environmental duties as assigned by EHS leadership

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of environmental regulations (EPA, state agencies) or strong interest in learning
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Safety, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field required
• 2 - 5 years of experience in environmental compliance, manufacturing, or related internships
• Experience in food manufacturing or regulated environments preferred
• Familiarity with wastewater, waste management, or sustainability programs is a plus
• Willingness to learn environmental regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to travel up to 10% (quarterly travel to East Coast plants)

Work Environment

• This position works in both office and food manufacturing plant environments
• 100% onsite role with routine time spent on the production floor
• May require use of PPE and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on operational needs

Tandem Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.