Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
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.
Distribution Center Safety, Health & Environmental Specialist
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Distribution Center Safety, Health & Environmental Specialist
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About this position
About this position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.This position is with our Consumer Brands business unit – where we empower our employees to bring the best Laundry & Home Care and Hair products to people around the world.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
- Here is your content condensed into 7 bullet points without losing essential information:
- Training & Emergency Response: Ensure departmental compliance with required SHE training, deliver training as needed, and actively participate in and support the site Emergency Response Team.
- SHE Program Compliance: Ensure adherence to SHE programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Machine Guarding,
- Industrial Hygiene, Working at Heights, and Emergency Response.
- Safety Programs & Reporting: Promote Behavior-Based Safety (BBSWA), monitor and coach participation, report key SHE metrics to leadership, and conduct recurring compliance inspections.
- Inspections & Risk Management: Perform daily inspections, guide leadership on findings, and conduct risk assessments and hazard identification for new or modified operations.
- Incident Management: Investigate safety/environmental incidents, document findings and risk ratings, support root cause analysis, CAPA development, and participate in MOC reviews.
- Contractor & Waste Management: Issue safe work permits, train contractors on SHE requirements, monitor compliance, and support waste management activities and documentation.
- Collaboration & Housekeeping: Work with employees, contractors, engineers, physicians, and leadership to address safety concerns, ensure SHE compliance, and maintain housekeeping standards.
What makes you a good fit
- Educational Background: A.S. in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related physical sciences preferred.
- Regulatory Knowledge & Experience: Familiarity with NYS DEC, OSHA, and EPA requirements; experienced in incident investigation, risk assessment, and corrective action planning.
- Skills & Abilities: Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills; able to prioritize multiple tasks and drive them to completion independently.
- Communication & Presentation: Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation and facilitation abilities.
- Teamwork & Leadership: Proven ability to collaborate across functions and with external stakeholders; capable of promoting a strong safety culture and accountability at all organizational levels.
- Certifications & Industry Experience: Preferred certifications include EPA Hazardous Waste, DOT Hazardous Materials, OSHA (10/30-hour), and ISO (14001, 45001, 50001); experience in chemical manufacturing or industrial environments.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement
- Local Benefits: Products giveaways, available, On-site cafeteria available for staff during designated hours and onsite Health Care Center for acute cared.
The salary for this role is $25.00 - $32.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 25087009
Job Locations: United States, NY, Geneva, NY
Contact information for application-related questions: talent.acquisition@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.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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