Composing the core of a brighter world
LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.
Our mission is simple and bold: to build brighter, more connected communities through cutting‑edge optical technologies.
Sustainability Specialist
Norcross, GA
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly self‑motivated Sustainability Specialist to join the Lightera Global Sustainability team. This position reports to the Global Sustainability Leader and will play a key role in advancing sustainability initiatives across the North American region, working in close coordination with counterparts in other regions. Key responsibilities include the collection, validation, and management of Environment, social, and governance (ESG) data; coordination of customer ESG inquiries in collaboration with relevant internal departments; and periodic visits to North American facilities to review processes, support ongoing initiatives, identify opportunities for improvement, and promote knowledge‑sharing across sites.
The ideal candidate will be a well‑rounded sustainability professional with demonstrated experience and a strong foundational understanding of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol methodologies. The successful candidate will also be proactive, effective in managing diverse stakeholders, and capable of communicating complex information clearly and professionally.
This position is a hybrid role requiring on-site attendance a minimum of two days/week and is located in Norcross GA. Additional attendance may be required based on business needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sustainability Strategy
Adaptability & Problem-Solving
Cross-Functional Collaboration
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications, certifications, and/or licenses)
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
Working at LIGHTERA means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation, and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a matching 401(k) plan.
Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.
If you'd like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply through our Career portal at https://lightera.com/about-us/.
Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position
Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.
About Lightera
Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data centers, and specialty photonics applications. With a deep legacy of expertise in optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster, more reliable, and more sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and industries worldwide.
Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera operates with a global footprint, serving customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets. Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a multi-billion-dollar leader in optical communications.
Lightera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.