Clariant is seeking an ESHA Manager to support the Catalyst Business Unit in Louisville KY. This role is responsible for managing a team of EHS professionals and ensuring legal compliance with EHS regulations. This role will also lead and coordinate ESHA activities at the Louisville sites delivering professional and efficient ESHA services. The ESHA Manager will play a highly visible and engaging role on the shop floor connecting with employees and management alike to foster trust collaboration and a culture of safety. Success in this position comes from applying a thoughtful risk-based approach balancing operational priorities with compliance requirements and guiding teams with practical insight. The ideal candidate is adaptable proactive and skilled at navigating complex situations with nuance promoting continuous improvement while maintaining the ESHA teams presence as a supportive trusted resource across the business. This is a full-time onsite opportunity and Clariant offers a competitive salary annual bonus PTO and more. If this role aligns with your background apply today-we look forward to hearing from you!
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate ESHA activities at the site ensuring legal compliance with EPA OSHA DOT Kentucky and other applicable regulations
Support the Site Management team in risk management audit completion and execution of the legal compliance audit schedule
Develop implement and maintain site-specific ESHA procedures programs and training for employees and contractors
Manage the occupational health nurse and internal EHS/PSM experts to provide technical guidance and support site operations
Monitor and ensure compliance of relevant aspects including environmental compliance site security ISO/RCMS compliance Occupational Health etc.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the Clariant Excellence Program and achieve consistent EHS and PS performance across site
Communicate with Corporate ESHA and Global Operations regarding compliance KPIs and performance; align corporate initiatives with site operations
Maintain professional networks and collaborate with regional associations to stay current on emerging regulations and industry best practices
Balance corporate and site priorities while proactively addressing safety compliance and operational challenges
Demonstrate strong leadership team development and collaboration skills to drive performance and build a culture of safety and accountability
Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Safety Industrial Hygiene Environmental Science Engineering or a related field.
8-10 years of experience leading EHS and process safety programs in a chemical manufacturing environment
Thorough knowledge and application of EPA OSHA DOT and Kentucky regulations; experience with PSM/RMP and ISO standards is a plus.
Demonstrated team leadership and ability to proactively manage safety compliance and risk across multiple sites with direct reports.
Whats in it for you
Mahogany McClurkin
Talent Acquisition Partner
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline Greater chemistry - between people and planet which considers the principles of customer innovation and people orientation as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant we believe that diversity equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed respected supported and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives experiences and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization based on objective criteria and regardless of gender gender identity race ethnicity religion protected veteran status age disability sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
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Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability protected Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.
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Manager
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