Corporate SHE and Sustainability Specialist
Corporate SHE & Sustainability Specialist - Louisville, KY
Salary: $95,000 - $118,000
Company Summary:
A leading global developer and supplier of innovative polymers and specialty chemicals is seeking a Corporate SHE (Safety, Health, and Environmental) & Sustainability Specialist for their Louisville, KY headquarters. Recognized as a top workplace in the rubber and plastics industry, this company's products are used in demanding automotive, medical, electronic, and industrial applications worldwide. The SHE & Sustainability Specialist will play a key role in driving regulatory compliance, leading sustainability initiatives, and supporting continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance across multiple sites.
The SHE & Sustainability Specialist responsibilities include:
- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local SHE regulations and maintaining accurate records and timely reporting.
- Leading the development and implementation of sustainability programs and achieving/maintaining relevant certifications.
- Managing the corporate industrial hygiene (IH) program and supporting IH monitoring at all sites.
- Planning, preparing, and delivering SHE and sustainability training for employees and contractors.
- Tracking, analyzing, and reporting on key environmental sustainability metrics and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
- Auditing SHE programs and partnering with leadership to drive continuous improvement and close audit findings.
The SHE & Sustainability Specialist should have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental sustainability, with 1-3 years in a chemical manufacturing or equivalent industrial environment (preferred).
- Demonstrated knowledge of USEPA, USDOT/IATA/IMDG, OSHA, and relevant state/local regulations.
- Familiarity with chemistry, chemical terminology, and processing equipment.
- Strong leadership and influence skills, with the ability to drive positive change.
- Effective decision-making under pressure and willingness to support community outreach.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off, holidays, and retirement plans
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Inclusive, supportive, and innovative company culture
If you are interested in the Corporate SHE & Sustainability Specialist role, please don't wait to apply!
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