Environmental Engineer

Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc

Cincinnati, OH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$104,700–$143,990 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Benchmarking, Best Practices, Capital Project, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Conservation, Consulting, Consumer Packaged Goods, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Design, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact, Environmental Management, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Work, External Audit, Flexible Spending Accounts, Hazardous Materials/Substances, ISO 14001, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Materials Management, Multitasking, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product/Service Launch, Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Provincial Laws and Regulations, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Research & Development (R&D), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC), Staff Training, Supply Chain Operations, Sustainability, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Cincinnati, OH
POSTED
2 days ago

Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Environmental Engineer! We're a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role - it always comes back to this: we're a farmer-owned co-op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all - and we've been making our own way ever since.

Position Location: We're all about flexibility. This will be a remote role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA. We are open to remote candidates.

In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ensuring environmental compliance, providing engineering oversight, and advancing sustainability initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role plays a critical part in maintaining regulatory compliance, optimizing environmental systems, and supporting corporate ESG goals within a fast-paced environment.

A Day in the Life...

Environmental Compliance & Engineering Oversight

  • Oversee environmental compliance programs across multiple facilities, ensuring adherence to all applicable federal, state, local, and provincial regulations
  • Lead the preparation, submission, and renewal of environmental permits (air, water, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous waste, and related areas)
  • Ensure all required EHS permits are current, accurate, and maintained for operational compliance
  • Oversee and provide technical expertise for environmental systems, including wastewater treatment operations and modifications
  • Review and approve environmental engineering designs, consultant reports, and capital projects impacting compliance
  • Maintain and update environmental prevention and management plans (e.g., SPCC, SWPPP, Wastewater O&M)

Environmental Management & Sustainability

  • Develop, implement, and maintain environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001)
  • Monitor and analyze environmental performance metrics (waste, water, emissions, energy use)
  • Drive sustainability initiatives such as waste reduction, water conservation, emissions reduction, and packaging improvements
  • Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)
  • Partner with R&D, operations, and supply chain teams to improve environmental performance
  • Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management
  • Conduct environmental audits, inspections, and risk assessments
  • Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting
  • Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective actions
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external auditors

Training & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Train employees on environmental compliance requirements and best practices
  • Collaborate with EHS, engineering, and plant leadership to embed environmental standards into operations
  • Provide technical guidance for new product launches, process changes, and capital projects

What We Are Looking For:

Required

  • Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting (e.g., EPA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA)
  • Technical expertise in environmental systems, including wastewater, air emissions, stormwater, and hazardous materials management
  • Understanding of environmental compliance programs, audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting
  • Knowledge of environmental prevention and management plans (e.g., SPCC, SWPPP, Wastewater O&M)
  • Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations across multiple facilities/jurisdictions
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
  • Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders in a manufacturing environment
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in environmental engineering within a manufacturing environment

Preferred

  • Knowledge of environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001) and audit processes
  • Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (e.g., ESG, GHG Protocol, Scope 1-3 emissions, carbon accounting)
  • Understanding of CPG manufacturing processes and environmental impacts
  • Experience with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) concepts and tools
  • Continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
  • Experience with environmental data systems or EHS management software
  • Ability to identify and implement sustainability and cost-reduction opportunities
  • Experience supporting capital projects, engineering design reviews, and system optimization

Physical Requirements

  • Requires the ability to occasionally stand and walk for extended periods of time.
  • Requires the ability to drive in a car for long distances or extended periods of time.
  • Requires the ability to travel by plane on a frequent basis.
  • Must be able to occasionally climb ladders and traverse catwalks.
  • Occasionally assume awkward positions in the course of working include but not limited to reaching overhead, twisting, bending over, and/or working from a laying position.

Education:

Bachelor''s or University Degree (Required)

Work Experience:

At least 5 Years of Experience

Annual Salary:

$104,700 - $143,990

The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position's typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short-term and long-term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being.

Benefits:

  • Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

  • Health savings account

  • Flexible spending account

  • Life and accident insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Telehealth services

  • 1:1 health coaching

  • Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life

  • 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end

  • Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses

  • Flexible scheduling options

  • Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)

  • Holiday pay for 12 holidays

  • Career development and growth opportunities

  • Tuition/Education assistance programs

  • Access to LinkedIn Learning

  • Scholarship programs for children of employees

  • Parental leave

  • Bright Horizons Family Solutions - Back-up care, tutoring, etc.

  • Adoption assistance

  • Bereavement leave

  • Up to $300 fitness reimbursement

  • Up to $300 massage reimbursement

  • Employee appreciation events

  • Employee discounts

  • Charitable giving

Who We Are:

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what's better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:

  • Grower Mindset - We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.
  • Sustainable Results - Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.
  • Integrity Above All - We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other
  • Inclusive Teamwork - We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

About the Company

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Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc

About Us
For 80 years, Ocean Spray's logo has been an enduring symbol of what we stand for - taste, health and heritage. From the creation of the Cooperative, to the steady wave of new products designed to delight customers today, Ocean Spray has a history of quality, great taste and innovative products. Beginning with the harvest, it is the spirit of discovery and determination, and the dedication of grower-owners and employees, that allows us to manufacture and market our products to delight consumers around the globe!

As we develop new products and expand our markets we are looking to hire talented individuals that want to be part of our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, team environment you will love working at Ocean Spray. At Ocean Spray we understand the value of working together, while knowing each individual plays a vital role in the company's success. Our business has always been and continues to be built on the people from different backgrounds, coming together for a common goal: to make Ocean Spray the best branded cooperative in the world. The same sense of opportunity, resourcefulness and innovation on which the Cooperative was founded is what drives Ocean Spray today!

Headquartered about 45 minutes South of Boston in Lakeville-Middleboro, Massachusetts, our corporate office employs over 450 people in Marketing, Finance, IT, Operations, Ingredient Technology, Supply Chain, Agricultural Supply, Research & Development, Human Resources, and Communications. The majority of Ocean Spray employees are in our food and beverage manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Wisconsin, Nevada, Texas, Washington, and Florida.

Our Mission
To provide our Grower-Owners with a superior value proposition for their membership, comprised of competitive commodity payments plus world-class value from the processing and marketing of their fruit.

Our Values
As one of the most successful cooperatives and prized consumer brands in the world, we are unique. As employees, we experience first-hand the labor of love our Grower-Owners put into providing healthy fruits for the world to enjoy. Our values reflect their hard work:

Respect
We encourage diversity of thought, heritage and experience. Our collective commitment to openness and teamwork fosters a culture where collaboration, coaching and trust prosper. We take pride in making products that come from a good place, so we protect our resources to meet present needs without compromising our future.

Ownership
Our efforts are as equally devoted and passionate as those of our Grower-Owners. We hold ourselves and each other accountable to the highest standards and results in everything we do. We are committed to supporting and engaging one another as we are the catalysts for our success.

Innovation
We approach each day with initiative, curiosity and creativity to meet the wants and needs of our customers and consumers. Asking ourselves what is right for our customers and consumers inspires meaningful innovation and a culture of continuous improvement that strengthens our brand and business.

Benefits
Ocean Spray has adopted a Total Rewards approach which integrates our compensation and benefits plan under one cohesive strategy. Total rewards include: base salary, incentives, pay for time not worked, health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and other perquisites. We will leverage the components of Total Rewards to maximize return on investment while providing programs which attract and retain the best talent to drive Ocean Spray performance.

  • Medical/Dental Insurance Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Vacations and Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Other Benefits
  • Ocean Spray recognizes the importance of balance in its employees' professional and personal lives. Although eligibility for specific programs and facilities vary by location and scheduled hours, Ocean Spray offers other benefits including: adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, volunteer programs, professional memberships, group insurance (auto and home, pet), group legal services, health and wellness events, and scholarship assistance for family members.

For more detailed information please visit our website at http://oceanspray.com

Ocean Spray believes employee diversity makes good business sense. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the American's with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 508-923-3878 for assistance. Ocean Spray is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer m/f/d/v.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
FOUNDED
1930
WEBSITE
http://www.oceanspray.com