Environmental and Energy Specialist

Company: Nestl-- Purina
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: May 11, 2025

Job Description:

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

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Position Summary

Resting at 7,000 feet and surrounded by the San Francisco Peaks, the scenic city of Flagstaff remains an important distribution site for large manufacturers like Nestl-- Purina. Just a stone's throw from downtown, where the city's culture comes to life, we get to experience the best of both worlds: the city and the mountains. Annually, the Nestl-- Purina team in Flagstaff proudly mass manufactures 280,000 tons of dry pet food from our Dog Chow -, Beneful -, Nestl-- Purina ONE -, Alpo -, and Pro Plan - brands. Our factory is also proud to do our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

As an Environmental & Energy Specialist, you'll lead the environmental and energy program at our Flagstaff facility to ensure compliance as you monitor, measure, analyze, report and manage permits. Collaborate with internal and external sustainability experts to identify improvement opportunities aligned with Nestl--'s Net Zero by 2050 strategy. You'll implement measures to reduce waste and minimize environmental impact while increasing efficiency. Identify, develop, justify, and oversee improvement projects to ensure environmental compliance and alignment with company goals.

Maintain ISO 14001 certification and continuously improve the environmental management system for the factory.
Oversee the management of waste in compliance with Zero Waste to Landfill guidelines.
Complete timely permit renewals/changes and internal compliance reporting for air, water, wastewater, stormwater, and any other environmental regulatory requirements.
Complete timely internal compliance reporting for Energy, Environmental, and Sustainability requirements.
Review and process monthly invoices for energy, water, and waste.
Administer waste disposal contracts (waste slurry, sludge, solid waste, hazardous waste, recyclables, etc.) and maintain relationships with service providers.
Serve as Environmental Committee Chair to ensure compliance and efficiency of utilities including steam, compressed air, HVAC, water treatment program (potable, boilers, cooling towers), wastewater, etc.
Develop and justify capital projects to support energy and environmental improvements that are aligned with improving compliance and achieving Net Zero by 2050.
Coordinate and align factory team with divisional Environmental and Energy team on strategic goals, priorities and measures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related discipline.
2+ years of experience leading environmental and energy programs in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment.

The approximate pay range for this position is $77,000 - $103,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

Nestl-- offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us - Nestl-- Careers (nestlejobs.com).

REQUISITION ID
579350

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl--. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl-- seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl-- home.

The Nestl-- Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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