Health, Safety, & Environmental Engineer

The role: This is a strategic role that requires passion & excitement for continuous improvement in both areas of Health, Safety and Environmental Engineering (HSE). Reporting to the Sr Facilities Manager the HSE Engineer for the Americas region will be responsible for developing, facilitating, training & implementing HSE programs and policies. You will be required to spend time in all areas of the Plant & Warehouse to provide a continually evolving Health -Safety strategy while ensuring management and employees understand the programs and how to implement. Maintain a working knowledge of agency requirements and maintain federal, state and local relationships with appropriate regulatory agencies. Develop & maintain a high level of professional competence in the health- Safety field. At Kao, we offer an amazing benefits that are available to you on your first day of employment (healthcare, 401(k) plus company match, etc.), 32 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick) and a reasonable salary range of $80,000 - $105,000. What you will do: Ensure completion and accuracy of all required documentation and submittal for governing agencies including but not limited to Federal, State, and local Environmental compliance Compliance failure can result in permit removal and inability to continue manufacturing at plant facilities. Manage the approval and disposal of all Hazardous Waste and compliance to all Federal and State laws. Conduct outside audits of 3rd party warehouses. Facilitate in presenting basic employee training in Environmental/Safety items and a database for tracking attendance. Conduct, participate in, analyze, and provide recommendations from Environmental/Safety audits. Participates in the investigation of minor incidents and supports the investigation of major incidents. Suggests solutions and improvements to issues/challenges. Safety role responsibility breakdown: 60% Plant & Warehouses / 40% Offices for Americas. INSPECTION – Conduct inspections/audits at