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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Plant SHE Manager
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About this Position
We are looking for a passionate and driven EHS Manager to shape and lead our Environmental, Health, and Safety agenda, ensuring the highest standards of compliance while fostering a strong, proactive safety culture. In this role, you will partner closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, enable sustainable operations, and make a tangible impact on the well-being of our people and the performance of our business.
What you´ll do
- Drive the SHE strategy and objectives for the area of responsibility and use appropriate reporting tools
- Work with relevant functions to develop and implement standards and procedures
- Ensure continuous improvement in all relevant SHE areas
- Support global audit management
- Manage the review and renewal of SHE related legal permits, licences, etc.
- Perform required monthly/quarterly reporting, i.e. site sustainability metrics and man hour reporting, monthly reporting on SHEQ KPI status
- Investigate and analyse root causes of incidents, assist in developing corrective actions and document results in Henkel's reporting system
- Development and delivery of SHE training for all stakeholders
- Develop, deliver and support workplace risk assessments for responsible sites
- Ensure coordination of contingency plans
- Discontinue any activity or process that does not meet minimum safety requirements or any unsafe condition or behaviour.
- Support on site during EH&S audits
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience in EHS roles within manufacturing, industrial, or chemical environments
- Strong knowledge of local EHS regulations and global standards
- Experience driving safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different levels of the organization
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on mindset
- Experience managing audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Certification in EHS (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001) is a plus
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Flexible Benefits
- Meal vouchers
- Savings fund
- Friday early finish
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26092541
Job Locations: Mexico, Estado De México, Toluca
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment.LATAM@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.