Environmental Affairs Coordinator

Description

Phlow is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Environmental Affairs Coordinator to oversee environmental compliance and regulatory programs supporting pharmaceutical R&D and operations. Reporting to the Corporate Head of EHS & Security, this position will focus on hazardous waste (RCRA), air permitting, industrial wastewater and stormwater management, aboveground/underground storage tanks, and regulatory data reporting. The role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and will interface directly with cross-functional teams, external business partners, and government agencies.

Requirements

Regulatory Compliance & Permitting

• Manage compliance with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations including waste characterization, labeling, container management, and manifest documentation.
• Support the administration of hazardous waste permits and coordinate hazardous waste pickups, security documentation, and transporter credential reviews.
• Maintain and update air emissions reporting and ensure adherence to permit limits (VOCs, HAPs); prepare weekly and monthly emission summaries.
• Assist in compiling data and documentation for State Operating Permit (SOP) compliance, including operating limits, monitoring results, and leak testing records.
• Support compliance with NESHAP MACT standards and 6V wastewater requirements, including documentation and reporting to stakeholders.
• Assist in preparation, amendment, and coordination of Risk Management Plans (RMP) per 40 CFR Part 68 when threshold quantities are exceeded.
• Prepare and issue timely notifications to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders for reportable releases, permit changes, or non-conformances.

Monitoring, Sampling & Data Management

• Oversee installation, calibration, maintenance, and operation of environmental monitoring systems (air, wastewater, stormwater, and storage tanks).
• Ensure sampling and analytical testing are performed in accordance with regulatory and site-specific protocols.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize environmental data for internal and external reporting (including monthly summaries external business partners).
• Maintain accurate records of emissions, discharges, spills, leak testing, and mitigation actions for at least 3 years per regulatory requirements.

Operations Support

• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) reviews for new equipment, chemicals, and production processes to assess environmental impact.
• Notify and coordinate with stakeholders on potential environmental permit impacts due to operational changes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Facilities, and Quality teams to ensure environmental considerations are integrated into all site activities.
• Maintain procedures and training content related to environmental controls and ensure annual review and employee compliance.

Incident Response & Spill Control

• Lead spill response and notification activities in coordination with external business partners and per site Spill Procedure requirements.
• Maintain and update the site's Slug Control Plan, stormwater pollution prevention plans, and secondary containment programs.
• Coordinate with internal responders to address environmental incidents, implement mitigation, and complete corrective actions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in environmental compliance, preferably in pharmaceutical, chemical, or manufacturing industries.
• Working knowledge of EPA regulations including RCRA, Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Risk Management Planning (RMP).
• Experience with air and wastewater permitting and hazardous waste generator compliance programs.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and data analysis skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and PSM (Process Safety Management) is preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and resolving compliance issues.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple regulatory deadlines.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively across departments.
• Comfortable collaborating with external partners and regulatory authorities.
• Committed to upholding Phlow's environmental and safety standards.