Environmental Specialist (R&D)
Environmental Specialist
Who We Are
Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with a purpose to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Consumer
Goods, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide.
Working at Essity is more than a career, it is where you will play your part in a better future, to improve well-being for people and have opportunities to drive positive change for society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere.
About the Role
Essity is looking for an experienced Environmental Specialist. This position will be based in our manufacturing organization in Harrodsburg, KY.
We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.
What You Will Do
Uncompromised commitment to our I Care journey which ensures a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment
Leader of site's Environmental Management System including writing, communicating and implementation of the site's environmental policies
Ensures adherence to environmental laws and regulations at the site including monitoring and reporting
Ensures implementation and completion of environmental related company requirements
Coordination of the RESH Environmental strategy
Identifies important, emerging environmental trends and ensures that the site is equipped to continually improve
Executes environmental awareness programs across the site in alignment with company strategy
Trains the Site Organization and supports transfer of skills related to environment
Coordinates investigations and actions required through closure for Environmental incidents, non-compliances, and non-conformities
Participates in internal and external environmental audits received and coordination of site lead internal environmental audits
Point of contact for local environmental regulatory and affected certification agencies
Participant with local trade associations regarding environmental topics
Who You Are
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field
- 1+ years' experience in environmental engineering or science preferred
- Proficiency in understanding and applying relevant environmental laws and regulations
- Experience in environmental management systems
- Technical knowledge across a broad spectrum of environmental aspects and requirements (e.g. water and wastewater, waste, air emissions, incident prevention and response, reporting, etc.)
- MS Office including File Manager, Excel, Word and Outlook, and Teams, or ability to learn in a timely manner
- Good communication skills in both verbal and written form
- Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Organization skills and attention to detail
- Leadership skills and ability to manage change effectively
What We Can Offer You
At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
Compensation and Benefits:
Expected Compensation:
Competitive annual salary + annual incentive bonus + benefits.
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.
Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:
- United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
- Wellness program provided through Rally
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- PTO offering with Paid Holidays
- Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.
Additional Information
The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com
Together, we are improving lives, every day
Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.
Application End Date:
Job Requisition ID:
Essity255806