Environmental Specialist

Business Unit Overview: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food . Location Description: Hopkins, MN is home to our Michael Foods, Inc. corporate headquarters. Hopkins is located 7 miles west of Minneapolis, boasting natural surroundings in a suburban environment that also provides quick access to major travel ways and local restaurants that give our community a distinct character. Located in the Excelsior Crossing building where employees are provided with beautifully landscaped walking paths and water features creating an optimal environment for outdoor and walking meetings, along with the opportunity to take a relaxing walk or outdoor lunch before, within, or after your work day. Responsibilities: RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations of Federal, State and local municipalities with respect to air, water and waste. Assist in establishing company-wide environmental compliance and goals and objectives for food processing facilities and farm operations. Identify and participate in sustainability and conservation efforts to reduce costs and environmental impact of MFI operations. Develop, implement, maintain and audit environmental programs providing guidance and assistance to plant/farm management. Determine appropriate actions to resolve deficiencies, and work directly with onsite personnel. Technically proficient at gathering environmental data/samples to maintain regulatory compliance. Responsible for managing regulatory reporting and environmental recordkeeping requirements such as, but not limited to wastewater treatment (pre-treatment & NPDES), SARA (Tier II & TRI) Air Permitting, customer surveys on sustainability, etc. for assigned MFI facilities. Perform routine environmental inspections of MFI locations and support third party audits. Develop and implement training programs related to the function for all levels. Travel required (typically less than 25%) Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline 3 years’ experience as a Specialist, Coordinator, or Technician in the environmental field, within a manufacturing environment; or an equivalent combination of education (advanced degree) and/or experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Strong knowledge of EPA, State and local environmental laws and regulations where MFI operates. Knowledge of permitting and reporting procedures required by regulatory agencies. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with vendors, customers, and employees at all levels; strong attention to detail is required. Bilingual Spanish/English a plus. Familiarity with Environmental database systems (especially Intelex) a plus. Safety and Health experience a plus.