Environmental Lab Manager

Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company (NDP), is looking for an Environmental Lab Manager to lead our Pulp and Environmental Laboratory and support site-wide environmental compliance programs. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for sustainability. You’ll supervise a team of lab technicians, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage programs that protect our environment and community.

What You’ll Do

Laboratory Management & Safety

• Supervise lab technicians and promote a strong safety culture while conducting risk assessments and ensure compliance with site safety policies.
• Oversee testing for NPDES compliance (TSS, BOD) and process/product quality, ensuring lab accreditation and integrity of regulatory data.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for environmental emergencies.

Environmental Compliance

• Maintain compliance with NPDES permits and related regulations while overseeing chemical approval processes, inventory management, and reporting.
• Manage solid waste programs, including contractor oversight and permit adherence.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Communicate effectively with regulatory agencies and internal teams.
• Prepare and maintain accurate environmental reports and engineering calculations.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead environmental initiatives and capital projects.
• Support new process testing and ensure accurate, defensible data collection.

What You Bring: 

Required:

• BS in engineering, chemistry, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of industrial lab testing and environmental compliance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in challenging environments.
• Physically able to perform inspections in remote or elevated areas.

Preferred:

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As part of a global organization with strong local roots, you will enjoy a collaborative culture that values safety, innovation, and growth while working  on meaningful projects that impact sustainability and compliance.

The annual salary range for this position is $80,070 - $120,159  with a midpoint of $100,114. Compensation is based on experience and qualifications; however, most employees are typically hired at or near the midpoint of the range.  We also offer a performance-based incentive structure and a comprehensive benefits package that starts on date of hire and includes:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, eight paid holidays, and additional floating holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance, and other optional voluntary benefits, including flex spending plans
• Enhanced 401k with generous match and additional company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-site fitness center

Nippon Dynawave Packaging is located in Longview, Washington and produces high-quality bleached paperboard for liquid packaging— milk cartons, juice boxes, and coffee cups—serving global brands and supporting a greener future. With a legacy dating back to 1953 and the backing of Nippon Paper Industries, we’re committed to innovation, safety, and environmental stewardship.

Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce.