Environmental Specialist

Environmental Specialist

Location:

SP Red Hill

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

As a part of the High Purity Quartz Operations, the Environmental Specialist role will empower you will have a positive impact on the teams at its Spruce Pine, NC locations.  As an Environmental Specialist, you will develop and maintain compliance programs to meet and exceed, where possible, all local, state, and federal environmental requirements.  Monitor the activities of the waste treatment plant operators; coordinate with Plant personnel to accomplish objectives.

Your Impact in This Role

As an Environmental Specialist, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Develop a working knowledge of environmental regulations (state and federal) and the Sites’ NPDES, Air Quality, and other permits. Consult Environmental Affairs staff for guidance when appropriate to ensure a consistent approach

• Prepare and submit monthly DMR and quarterly toxicity testing reports (electronic) to NC DWR as outlined in the NPDES permits. Ensure all permitted parameters are within the limits specified in the permit

• Perform laboratory analysis to NC DWR specifications. Maintain laboratory QC manuals and follow procedures outlined in the manuals. Complete annual studies required by the state to maintain environmental laboratory certification, participate in annual regulatory inspections

• Maintain appropriate state certifications including, Grade 2 Physical/Chemical Wastewater Treatment Operator license. Serve as Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Laboratory Supervisor

• Conduct tank/containment inspections and adhere to Spill Prevention, Boneyard, and Waste Disposal plans.

• Maintain wildlife WHC certifications and coordinate WHC team meetings, on-site projects, and annual local school education projects

What You Bring to the Table

• Physical/Chemical Grade 2 License preferred or must be obtained quickly  

• Candidate should have a related degree with environmental experience or an environmental-related degree

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

• Fluency in the local language and written and spoken English.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Prescription Drug Benefits

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

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Salary

Salary is to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Sibelco is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People: Careers
• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities