Job Description

RIE

, a leading metal finishing company located in

Dubuque, IA

, is seeking a skilled and experienced

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist

. This position plays a critical role in advancing our current and future EHS programs across three locations while ensuring full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will be adept at leading cross-functional projects, collaborating with teams at all levels, and demonstrating strong analytical, critical-thinking, and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Bachelor's degree in

Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry

, or a related field

and

a minimum of

7 years of experience

in a manufacturing environment;

or

An environmental certification

and

at least

10 years of experience

in a manufacturing environment Ability to travel to other facilities located in MN and IA. Approximately 25%-35% depending on business needs Prior experience in

metal finishing, chemical processing

, or a related industry is preferred

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

Managing environmental permits, including

air emissions, wastewater discharge, stormwater

, and

hazardous waste

Preparing and submitting required environmental reports such as

Tier II

,

TRI

,

RCRA Biennial

,

NPDES

, and

air emissions inventories

Coordinating and overseeing

sampling, monitoring, and testing

activities for air, water, and waste streams Ensuring proper

hazardous waste management

, including labeling, storage, transportation, and disposal in accordance with

RCRA

and

DOT

regulations Leading environmental incident investigations and ensuring timely and effective corrective and preventive actions Conducting or supporting

safety inspections

,

risk assessments

, and

incident investigations

Assisting with and delivering employee training on environmental and safety topics such as hazardous waste handling, spill prevention, and emergency response Developing, tracking, and analyzing key environmental metrics and performance indicators to identify trends and improvement opportunities Providing environmental expertise for

sustainability initiatives, pollution prevention efforts

, and

process improvement projects

RIE

offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Competitive wages Paid time off and paid holidays Comprehensive insurance benefits Employer-matching 401(k) plan A supportive team environment committed to safety and continuous improvement



RIE is proud to provide a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.