Lab Technician-Enviromental Job

Primary location: Millwood, WV 
Employment status: Full Time 
Travel: No
Pay grade: GRD_42

Hourly Rate: 30.53

Job Output:   Under the direction of the EHS Manager, this position will be responsible for performing tasks that will be critical to supporting the safe operation of the production of mineral wool for the facility in accordance with company guidelines and customer requirements. Performance associated with tasks is critical to the Safety, Quality and Reliability of the plant environmental systems. The position of Lab Tech – Environmental will work to identify and resolve any environmental issue or related problem on a day-to-day basis. This position will report to the EHS Manager, with frequent direction and guidance. 

Key Process (Ownership / Participation) Include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

Drive Daily Reliability Performance on the Environmental Systems (50%) 

• Ensure day-to-day compliance with facility environmental metrics to meet environmental compliance requirements. 
• Must report daily metrics and progress of problem-solving through Gemba process.  
• Is the key owner and driver of Standardized Work System through common lean tools and methodologies for the environmental systems:  (5 Why, 5S, and Standard Work) 

• Drives the 5S System focus for Water Treatment, Chemical Room/Storage, Pump Room, Baghouse areas.  

Complete Tasks for the Monthly Environmental Compliance Calendar (20%) 

• Collect monthly slag samples for MnO reporting. 

• Collect wastewater and stormwater samples per compliance calendar. 
• Perform monthly environmental inspections. (i.e. SPCC, SWPPP, Visible Emissions, GPP) 
• Complete inspections of facility’s hazardous and residual waste locations (i.e. Waste Totes, Spill Containments, Waste Drums, Universal Waste Area) 

Ensure the Safe Operation of Tasks on the Environmental Systems (30%) 

• Perform all work tasks in a safe manner following safety procedures. (i.e. Lockout/Tagout Procedures, Risk Assessments, and support safety team structure) 
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for work area and other areas of the plant. 
• Identifies and mitigates risk in the workplace – Report to Supervisor for work order creation. 
• Ensures efficient baghouse change-outs, chemical inventory, and carbon change-outs. 

• Perform necessary maintenance, cleaning, and change-outs on environmental systems. 
• Monitors and controls water chemical addition and usage  
• Collects and analyzes all needed wastewater and baghouse parameters daily.  
• Point person that identifies and participates in the correction of Environmental plant issues.  
• Raw Material Loading and Handling of Slag (If No Environmental Issues Exist) 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.   

• Must understand basic lean tools and principles in meeting daily plant environmental goals. (Standardized Work, 5Why, etc.) 
• Must be willing to work to accomplish tasks and have an excellent balance between team-based task completion and individual based task completion. 
• Must be Computer literate, including but not limited to the following:  MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point, Outlook 
• Ability to read graphs, gauges, and tape measures proficiently. 
• Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures. 

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot basic mechanical systems such as pumps, valves, and piping for the effective operation of the water systems. 
• Ability to obtain Visible Emission Reader Certification. 
• Ability to successfully complete lift truck training and operator evaluation. 

Educational Requirement:  High School graduate or GED, plus at least 3 years of environmental experience with demonstrated knowledge of environmental processes.  

Wastewater Operator Experience – Preferred  

Organizational Relationships: 

• Direct report to the EHS Manager. 
• Works with support team to assure any environmental related issues are addressed. 

• Works closely with shift supervisor, engineer support staff, and maintenance employees. 

Physical Demands: 

These physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: 

• Working in the heat and cold in a constantly wet environment 
• Climbing multiple stairs daily for baghouses, water treatment, and plant floor 
• Lifting to a maximum of 50lbs frequently 
• Excessive daily walking and standing 
• Frequent Climbing of Ladders and stairways are required 
   

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 

• Hot in the summer; cold in the winter – activities are heavily outside oriented. 
• Potential for weather exposure – rain, snow, heat, wind 

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.  As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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