Manager - Environmental
Westlake
Lead environmental compliance and team at Westlake's Lake Charles plants.
16 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Lake Charles, LA
Onsite
Company Size
15,540 Employees
Service Specialisms
Chemicals
Plastics
Performance Materials
Polymer Compounds
Sustainability Solutions
Material Science
Manufacturing
Product Innovation
Sector Specialisms
Housing
Infrastructure
Building Products
Pipe & Fittings
Global Compounds
Residential Construction
Flexible Packaging
Rigid Packaging
Role
What you would be doing
environmental goals
compliance audits
regulatory assessment
training development
compliance management
budget management
- In conjunction with other departments, defining and aggressively pursuing Environmental goals.
- Perform duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of others. Promptly report Safety, Health or Environmental issues or incidents to management.
- Conducts audits and investigations of environmental programs at the facility(s) and identifies and controls significant loss producing exposures as well as compliance with company standards.
- Responsible for effective human resources management process, including performance management, employee development, and talent management.
- Comply with and serve as role model for all Company values, policies and procedures.
- Manages the assessment of environmental requirements and their impact on proposed projects.
- Assist in establishing and communicating corporate environmental standards and expectations.
- Manage and direct regulatory compliance activities:
- Develops and conducts environmental training programs.
- Effectively interacting with Governmental officials, corporate executives, and other departments to meet the requirements/goals of those individuals.
- Maintains a working relationship with all appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Develops and implements record keeping and investigation procedures for environmental incidents.
- Reviews and incorporates environmental standards originated by applicable regulatory agencies and recommends necessary action to attain compliance. Must keep fully informed on all existing and proposed changes in applicable regulations and permit requirements.
- Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams.
- Responsible for creating an engaging and positive workplace culture and fostering teamwork among work teams.
- Active member of site Leadership Team, providing effective communication and follow-up regarding environmental regulatory requirements, priorities and objectives.
- Coordinates resources required to implement program / processes including subcontractors.
- Evaluates performance of program activities and provides summary report to division management as well as making recommendations / corrective actions to management.
- Responsible for making recommendations and presentations to senior management based on accepted environmental methodology.
- Serve as liaison for on-site management relative to local environmental issues.
- Manage and direct all aspects of the environmental compliance program. Provide environmental compliance direction to the Leadership Team, technical staff, and unit support personnel.
- Manages the environmental budget.
- Maintain key leadership role in plant emergencies, weather events, or other critical situations.
What you bring
management
communication
coordination
chemical engineering
8+ years
leadership
- Experience should include a minimum of 3 years of management / supervisory responsibility.
- Effective communication of site environmental priorities and objectives.
- Regular communication and coordination with the Region 1 HSE Manager and other Environmental Managers within Westlake.
- Chemical/ Environmental Engineering Degree or degree in a related field and minimum of 8 years of experience.
- Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.
- Effective and capable leadership of direct and indirect environmental staff.
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Interview process
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Security clearance- must satisfy background screening including motor vehicle record, drug testing, and pre‑employment physical requirements.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1986
Company Formation Year
The company was established in 1986, marking its beginning as a single polyethylene plant.
$12.1B Net Sales
Annual Revenue
A reporting of net sales around $12.1 billion in 2024.
$3.8B Acquisition
Axiall Purchase
Completed the acquisition of Axiall in 2016, reinforcing its market presence.
$2.2B Acquisition
Boral's Building Products
Acquired Boral’s U.S. building-products division in 2021, enhancing operational capabilities.
- Began from a single polyethylene plant in Louisiana and has expanded through strategic acquisitions.
- Operates two main segments: Performance & Essential Materials and Housing & Infrastructure Products.
- Produces significant quantities of low-density polyethylene and PVC, ranging from raw materials to finished goods.
- Productions include PVC siding, pipes, epoxy resins, and polyethylene products for construction, automotive, packaging, and healthcare sectors.
- Achieved record EBITDA in the HIP segment in Q4 2024, largely due to increased demand for PVC pipe and fittings.
- Family-led ownership maintained by the founding Chao family, operating under a unified global brand.
- Integrity
- Customer Focus
- Innovation
- Excellence
- Collaboration
- Sustainability
- Accountability
Net Zero by 2050
Climate Commitment
Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions.
- Reducing carbon footprint through energy-efficient processes
- Investing in renewable energy and sustainable technologies
- Implementing water and waste management initiatives to minimize environmental impact
- Optimizing resource usage across global operations
- Committed to building a diverse workforce across all levels.
- Focus on gender diversity in leadership roles, with continuous progress in female representation.
- Providing equal growth and development opportunities for all employees.
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