The Requirements

To meet the basic qualifications for the Environmental Management System Specialist role, you must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. Additionally, to be a strong fit for this opportunity you will have:

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Environmental Science, Chemistry or similar scientific field); a graduate degree is preferred  Quick question for you - click here
• A minimum of 3 years of experience supporting corporate environmental programs
• Working knowledge of the ISO 14001 Standard and EMS principles, including auditing  Quick question for you - click here
• Prior experience reading and reviewing regulatory requirements
• Solid computer skills including basic to intermediate MS Office Suite ability (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience using database software
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; the ability build strong relationships across multiple sites and clearly convey complex information via email, telephone and in person.
• Ability to run effective meetings and accomplish tasks involving cross-functional teams; a collaborative team-oriented approach combined with the ability to work independently
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to present to one-on-one up to a mid-sized group (15-25 people)
• Ability to thrive in an environment requiring you to manage/balance a wide array of responsibilities; multitasking skills 
• Comfort working with different cultures in a diverse environment; professional polish and the ability to interact effectively with colleagues in Japan, Canada, Mexico, etc. 
• Formal project management training and/or experience is a plus

In addition, you must be able to travel up to 15%. You will travel to various Canon facilities, particularly to Georgia, Texas and California, but also in other states. You also will travel to Toronto, Canada and  Mexico City, Mexico, but should be open to other international locations as well.

 

The Role

Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Management & Product/Chemical Safety, you will join a small team working out of our state-of-the-art Melville facility. You will be responsible for multiple tasks, including maintaining and improving the EMS, providing system training, managing ISO 14001 certification across multiple sites, conducting audits, managing documentation, such as safety data sheets, and more. You will stay abreast of legislative changes, taking care to read and interpret information to understand how it will impact Canon, then communicating that information to stakeholders across the organization.

More specifically, you will:

• Support the day-to-day maintenance and improvement of the Canon EMS, including creation and review of EMS-related documentation, achievement of corporate objectives, and tracking of company environmental performance
• Conduct audits of the company’s EMS to ensure compliance and proper maintenance of EMS requirements; monitor progress against the environmental policy, corporate objectives, and legal requirements  Quick question for you - click here
• Develop and deliver training to enhance environmental awareness and competency throughout the organization
• Provide guidance and assistance on environmental matters for personnel throughout Canon Americas’ operations
• Monitor and evaluate compliance with environmental regulations that affect Canon products and operations throughout North and South America
• Maintain and improve environmental and chemical safety-related compliance programs managed by the department, such as submission of required registrations/reports and provision of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
• Coordinate external and internal environmental communications and outreach, including social media and web

Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Video: In the spirit of our corporate philosophy of Kyosei -- all people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future -- Canon takes an approach to business that is socially responsible and economically logical. Our company's commitment and contribution to the environment and to the world community are an integral part of Canon's management structure, product design, manufacturing, and corporate culture.

The Canon Approach

The Canon commitment to sustainable business practices

ISO 14001 Certification
Canon U.S.A. and more than 700 other Canon sites worldwide are certified to the ISO 14001 standard. This internationally recognized standard provides us with a framework for developing an effective Environmental Management Systems (EMS). With its EMS, Canon U.S.A. can analyze environmental aspects associated with the company's operating activities, products, and services, in order to establish objectives and targets that reduce their negative environmental impacts. Once developed, all Canon Americas sites with a certified EMS are audited by a third party to guarantee continual conformance to the standard. As a result, the Environmental Management System is fully incorporated into business operations.

Our commitment is stated in the Canon Americas Environmental Charter:

Corporate Philosophy: Kyosei
Achieve corporate growth and development while contributing to the prosperity of the world and the happiness of humankind through the corporate philosophy of kyosei: All people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future.

Environmental Assurance Philosophy
Pursue maximization of resource efficiency and contribute to the creation of a society that practices sustainable development.

Fundamental Policies for Canon Americas Environmental Assurance
Canon Americas seeks to harmonize environmental, economic and social interests in all business activities, products and services; offer products with lower environmental burden through innovative improvements in resource efficiency, and eliminate anti-social activities that threaten the health and safety of humankind and the environment.

Step one in our comprehensive approach is to operate an environmental management system that continuously improves our environmental assurance and performance in all business activities of Canon Americas. You will make a direct impact on our efforts

Commitment to the community
In addition to our environmental efforts, Canon U.S.A. believes strongly that we have a responsibility to contribute to the welfare of the communities we serve. For example, one of our most prominent programs, Canon4Kids, applies Canon product expertise to help locate missing children.

Innovation in technology
Innovation has been a key ingredient in Canon's success throughout our history. We are one of the most prolific inventors of consumer and professional imaging solutions. Canon Inc. has maintained a top-five worldwide ranking among all companies issued U.S. patents, with thousands of U.S. patents granted in 2016 alone. Every year we invest a significant portion of net sales to R&D.

Diversity
We embrace diversity in the workplace through the spirit of kyosei, We are committed to creating a diverse work environment where all employees are respected and supported to do their very best. We are an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

LEED in Canon U.S.A.
Established by the U.S. Green Building Council, the LEED green building program recognizes buildings that save energy, use fewer resources, reduce pollution, and contribute to healthier environments for their occupants and the community. Canon U.S.A., Inc. has earned LEED certifications for three of its facilities that underwent construction, expansion, and renovation since 2014. When we applied for LEED certificates, we focused on not only energy efficiency of the building but also other environmental contributions based on local requirements.

In February 2014, the Canon Americas Headquarters building in Melville, New York earned LEED Gold. It allows employees to charge their electric vehicles free of charge, and the building “footprint” was designed to maximize natural, open space on the property. In September 2014, the company's Distribution Center in Atlanta, Georgia earned LEED Certified. Solar panels were installed on the roof and exterior electrical outlet "plug-ins" were installed to reduce CO2 emissions from trucks idling while waiting at the dock. In May 2015, the Canon Experience Center, in Costa Mesa, California earned LEED Gold. To create the renovated facility, more than 95% of the existing building was reused, which reduced the environmental impact associated with new building materials and construction waste. Moreover, 75% of construction waste was recycled.

Excellent compensation
In addition to taking care of the environment and local communities, we take care of our employees by providing competitive compensation including year-end bonuses and annual merit increases. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that covers everything from your physical to financial well-being. We've teamed up with some of the most respected providers in the country to bring our employees the best in benefits. Health benefits begin on your first day of employment.

Pictured above: Solar panels on the roof of the Atlanta Distribution Center. Below: Generation Green is designed to provide business partners, customers, and consumers a way to identify and learn about the various environmentally conscious products and solutions Canon offers.

Keys to Success

Naturally, your knowledge and experience with an EMS and ISO 14001 compliance will be critical, but success will also require outstanding communication skills. It will be essential that you build relationships across the organization so that you can reach out when and where the knowledge is needed.

A team orientation will also be key. The team works closely together, collaborating and making decisions as a group. At the same time, we each take ownership of our individual responsibilities so that as a group, we remain aligned with company goals and objectives. Perhaps your greatest challenge will be gaining the vast amount of knowledge you need. You'll need to love to learn because it will be a constant of your job. 

We've found that our top performers share some common competencies -- they are energetic, customer service oriented, and ready to go above and beyond their duties. In addition, to be successful you will demonstrate:

• Interest in learning 
• Self-motivation and a strong drive to excel
• Big-picture vision as well as robust attention to detail
• A sense of ownership and accountability
• Creativity and the ability to see solutions
• The ability to work effectively across the organization and with internal and external stakeholders

About Us

From the opening of the New York office in 1955 to the further development of imaging products today, Canon U.S.A., Inc. has continued to be a leader in professional business and consumer imaging equipment and information systems. Our products include everything from cameras and EF lenses to binoculars, camcorders, digital presses, scanners and much more. Our extensive product line and digital solutions enable businesses and consumers worldwide to capture, store and distribute information.

Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. In 2014, the Canon Americas Headquarters secured LEED® Gold certification, a recognition for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of high-performance green buildings. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA. For media inquiries, please contact pr@cusa.canon.com.

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