Job Description

About us

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.



Its sales of EUR 3.8 billion in the 2021 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.



Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.



Symrise - always inspiring more...

Your role

Lead development, production, and implementation of environmental permits, plans, policies, standards, and training programs for multiple facilities.


Work independently and under the direction of the Regional Environmental Manager to build, deliver, and implement standardized and scalable tools, processes, and associated training materials to foster a culture of environmental compliance.

Identify opportunities to reduce regulatory risk, develop engineering solutions and controls to improve environmental compliance.

Manage local / county / state / country level environmental compliance recordkeeping, monitoring, reporting, and data collection and assurance for regulatory and corporate responsibility.

Provide technical expertise and problem-solving ability in the areas of environmental compliance, with working knowledge of local, county, state, and country-level regulations such as Clean Air Act and NJ Air permitting, RCRA (large quantity generator requirements, hazardous waste reduction plans, responsible waste management), CERCLA (Tier II, emergency planning / response, remediation), Clean Water Act (indirect wastewater discharge permits), DPCC, SPCC, and others.

Provides notification of activities, spill releases and non-compliance in a timely manner.

May conduct (2) environmental audits of other facilities per year.

Personally manage permitting processes, including applications, renewals, and compliance submissions.

Maintain accurate compliance records and prepare required reporting.

Monitor site activity and processes for adherence to regulatory standards

Lead internal audits and support external inspections, including follow-up actions

Deliver or coordinate compliance training for operational staff

Collaborate with leadership and regulatory agencies as needed


What You Will Be Doing:



The successful candidate should have a proven ability to navigate local, state, and federal regulations, as well as the ability to lead compliance projects. Areas may include:


NJ Air permitting and reporting preparation and management.

NJ DPCC/DCR plan management.

NJ Pollution Prevention planning and reporting.

Hazardous waste management.

Industrial wastewater/industrial user permitting and compliance.

Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures requirements.

Stormwater pollution prevention, permitting and reporting.

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act requirements.

Compliance auditing of the programs mentioned above.

About you

The role may be for you if:


You are technologically savvy data-driven decision maker

You are detail-oriented with a strong commitment to integrity ethics and environmental compliance.

You are a courageous communicator with excellent written and verbal communications skills

You excel at producing quality work under tight deadlines and budgetary constraints.

You proactively identify and implement innovative solutions to drive continuous improvement.


Minimum Education


Bachelor's degree and/or significant experience in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a science related field.


Experience Requirements


To be considered for this role, we need you to have 8 years of relevant experience in the environmental compliance field within NJ.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food processing or manufacturing industry.

Technical expertise in Federal and NJ environmental regulations, including permitting, air emissions, stormwater, wastewater, and hazardous waste management.

Experience with environmental management systems and compliance auditing a plus.


Experience Preferred



Specific knowledge in NJ air permitting and reporting, NJ DPCC, Tier 2, TRI, and NJ P2 planning and reporting.



Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements


Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. May need to access files, supplies and equipment.

When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.

May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.

May be exposed to all chemicals found in food flavors and fragrances manufacturing plant.

Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company

Our offer

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in the focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.



Your contact: Lisa Cope



Job location: Branchburg


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.


Pay Transparency Disclosure: The expected annual salary range for this position is USD $108,500 - USD $125,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance.




Job Reference: NA01024