New-Indy Containerboard LLC · 1 day ago
Sustainability Manager
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expNew-Indy Containerboard LLC is seeking a strategic and hands-on Sustainability Manager to lead sustainable initiatives across their paper mill and packaging services. The role involves driving compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement in sustainability performance while aligning with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
ManufacturingPaper Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Emily Armijo
Responsibilities
Develop and implement site-level sustainability plans aligned with corporate ESG goals
Lead initiatives to reduce carbon footprint, water usage, waste generation, and energy consumption
Monitor and report on sustainability KPIs, including GHG emissions, effluent discharge, and fiber sourcing
Implement processes and monitor sustainability compliance policies, procedures and best practices for New-Indy Containerboard mills and packaging business sectors
Manage, train and ensure compliance including sustainability requirements, processes and procedures and best business practices
Lead the development and implementation of effective sustainability management program
Work with Corporate and Mill Environmental Management to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, Clean Water Act, air permits)
Collaborate with operations to ensure best practices in chemical handling, wastewater treatment, and air quality control
Assist with third party audit program including tracking performance, cost management, quality and environmental assurance
Support responsible fiber sourcing and chain-of-custody certifications (e.g., FSC, PEFC)
Work with procurement to evaluate supplier sustainability performance
Promote circular economy principles and recycled content integration
Prepare sustainability disclosures for internal and external stakeholders (e.g., CDP, GRI, Ecovadis , SASB, etc.)
Serve as the liaison across all sustainability areas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments on all manufacturing related issues and reports
Assist ESG reporting for the mill and packaging operations including input into Sustainability Reports
Lead employee engagement programs around sustainability awareness and stewardship
Collect, analyze data and report performance progress on sustainability performance indicators related to New-Indy Sustainability policy and commitments, including the 2030 AF&PA Goals for New-Indy Mills and Packaging facilities
Represent the company in industry forums and community outreach initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Engineering, Environmental Science emphasis in Sustainability, forestry or related field (Master's preferred)
3-5+ years of experience in sustainability or environmental compliance, preferably in pulp & paper or heavy manufacturing
Strong knowledge of Sustainability Management frameworks
Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Track record of developing and implementing sustainability initiatives
Proactive and with the ability to think creatively and work independently
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and data interpretation abilities
Effective communicator with ability to influence at all levels
Preferred
LEED Green Associate or AP
Certified Sustainability Practitioner (CSR-P)
Proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
FSC Chain-of-Custody Certification experience
Company
New-Indy Containerboard LLC
New-Indy Containerboard, LLC was formed in 2012 as a joint venture by the Kraft Group, LLC and the Schwarz Partners, LP.
Founded in 2012Rancho Cucamonga, California, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Michael D'Anna
Chief Financial Officer
Christopher McRae, SPHR, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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