Environmental Specialist

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Environmental and Sustainability for the St. Louis plant
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal, external, and regulatory audits
• Report environmental statistics data to Global SHE on a monthly basis
• Prepare and manage environmental documentation in accordance with local and global regulations
• Prepare and submit quarterly wastewater reports to MSD and monitor permit limits
• Implement work environment measurements, air emission self-inspections, and emergency training
• Secure SDS for laboratory chemicals and manage appropriate chemical storage
• Investigate environmental incidents using root cause analysis to prevent recurrence
• Oversee the Process Safety Management (PSM) program
• Act as the site Dangerous Goods/Chemicals Safety Advisor (DGSA)
• Drive the sustainability roadmap for energy, water, and waste improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Business Administration, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• 5-7 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, RCRA, and DOT
• Expertise in SHE Program Management (Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access for data management and reporting
• Strong skills in Risk Management, Auditing, and Behavior-Based Safety
• Ability to communicate effectively in both formal and informal settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety or Environmental certifications

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing plans starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off (sick, vacation, holiday, volunteer) and flexible/hybrid work policies
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan, annual performance bonus, and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender-neutral parental leave, fertility support, and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
• Career Growth: Access to international growth opportunities and extensive skills development courses

About the Company

Henkel is a global leader in both industrial and consumer businesses, driven by the purpose "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations." Our portfolio includes well-known brands in hair care, laundry detergents, and high-performance adhesives and coatings. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating a positive impact for future generations.