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BWAY Sustainability Associate - 2338-3669 in Oak Brook, Illinois
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12384642 JOB DESCRIPTION
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with the development and implementation of sustainability strategies and initiatives, aligning them with the organization\'s goals and objectives.
- Assist with environmental assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
- Provide guidance and support to departments within the organization to integrate sustainability practices into their daily operations.
- Manage the annual collection of energy, water, waste, carbon emissions, employee and procurement data across the entire organization to meet reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement sustainable solutions in areas such as energy efficiency, waste management, supply chain optimization and social responsibility.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies related to sustainability.
- Assist with developing and conducting sustainability training and awareness programs for employees to promote a culture of sustainability within the organization.
- Assist with the preparation of reports on sustainability initiatives, progress, and outcomes for stakeholders and management.
- Act as an advocate for sustainability, raising awareness and promoting sustainable practices both internally and externally.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor\'s degree in business, an engineering or science discipline, sustainability, or related field; or combination of education and experience.
- Passion for sustainability and a commitment to promoting environmentally responsible practices.
- Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks such as EcoVadis, Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), EU\'s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD),Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), etc.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to assess environmental impact and identify areas for improvement.
- Understanding of lifecycle assessment (LCA) methodologies and carbon footprint calculations.
- Familiarity with renewable energy technologies, energy management systems, and waste management practices.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in driving sustainability programs forward.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders at various organizational levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management software.
ABOUT US
Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?
Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.
Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.
At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that\'s always striving to innovate and serve customers better-and help them be better stewards of the environment.
Whether you\'re a seasoned professional-or just beginning your career-there\'s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!
Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender ident ty, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.