Environmental Product Compliance Specialist (m/f/d)

Requisition Number: 70842

 

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

 

Environmental Product Compliance Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Global Compliance Program: Assist in the development and documentation of a comprehensive global product environmental compliance program aligned with Corning’s processes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements..
• Monitor Environmental Regulations: Continuously monitor environmental regulations and standards to ensure compliance across all product lines and geographical regions.
• Screen Regulations for Applicability: Analyze and screen regulations for applicability to the company's products and operations. Ability to read legal language is a nice-to-have skill.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit reports as required by environmental regulations, collaborate with consultants on registrations and reporting. Address inquiries from customers related to sustainability
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product development, procurement, supply chain, legal, and regulatory affairs to assure environmental product compliance of Corning products sold to external customers.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, consultants, to foster partnerships, share best practices, provide information on environmental product compliance regulations and advocate for sustainable solutions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental compliance, quality, product stewardship, or related fields, preferably in a corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of global environmental regulations and standards, particularly related to inputs/hazardous substances, product end-of-life management, packaging.
• Minimum basic ability to read and interpret legal language.
• Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex issues, and develop practical solutions.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, chemistry or related field.
• Knowledge of English, both spoken and written.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .