Environmental Engineer

Kimberly-Clark; Connecticut; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability professional to support site-level E&S programs, regulatory compliance, and performance improvements. The role involves collaborating with operations, maintenance, and external providers to advance environmental metrics and sustainability initiatives at the facility.

The ideal candidate has a blend of technical and regulatory knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to investigate issues in the field, with flexibility for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, biology, chemistry, or related field.
• One to three years in an environmental, safety, and health role.
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with hourly and leadership staff.
• Familiarity with State and Federal regulations pertaining to air, water, waste, and chemical management.

Responsibilities

• Compile environmental reports and compliance documentation
• Maintain permit files, regulatory records, and environmental databases
• Track environmental and sustainability metrics
• Coordinate waste disposal, sampling, and contractor/vendor activities
• Gather supporting documentation for audits and inspections
• Manage environmental calendars, deadlines, and reporting schedules
• Assist with invoice processing and vendor management
• Support environmental compliance and sustainability program initiatives
• Work with operations, facilities, and utilities personnel to improve environmental and sustainability performance
• Support air, waste, water, and chemical management programs with sampling protocol, authoring E&S processes and procedures
• Conduct routine inspections and compliance assessments
• Analyze environmental performance data and identify trends
• Assist with permit and regulatory compliance and internal audits
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Collaborate with site leaders to address environmental and occupational safety risks
• Implement site E&S strategies and programs aligned with Global Sustainability objectives

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional® At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: as Preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is no easy feat, but it’s worth it when you’re recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

As an integral part of the Environment and Sustainability (E&S) team, this position supports Kimberly-Clark’s (K-C) commitment to Better Care for a Better World. In this capacity, this position supports and advances specific environmental and sustainability aspects at the facility. This position requires frequent interaction with operations, maintenance, contractors, and environmental service providers. The successful candidate must be comfortable working independently, investigating issues in the field, and learning unfamiliar processes through observation, research, and collaboration.

In this role, you will:

Administrative Duties (50%)

• Compile environmental reports and compliance documentation
• Maintain permit files, regulatory records, and environmental databases
• Track environmental and sustainability metrics
• Coordinate waste disposal, sampling, and contractor/vendor activities
• Gather supporting documentation for audits and inspections
• Manage environmental calendars, deadlines, and reporting schedules
• Assist with invoice processing and vendor management
• Support environmental compliance and sustainability program initiatives

Technical Duties (50%)

• Work with operations, facilities, and utilities personnel to improve environmental and sustainability performance.
• Support air, waste, water, and chemical management programs with sampling protocol, authoring E&S processes and procedures, and delivering E&S training.
• Conduct routine inspections and compliance assessments.
• Analyze environmental performance data and identify trends
• Assist with permit and regulatory compliance and internal audits.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.

• Collaboration with site leaders: Collaborate with site leaders to address environmental and occupational safety risks and opportunities effectively.
• Implementation of Environmental and Sustainability Strategies: Adopt and implement site E&S strategies and programs aligned with Global Sustainability Objectives.
• Standardized Systems and Processes: Implement standardized systems, processes, platforms, and programs to enhance E&S Performance at the site.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement preventive measures to mitigate them.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to local, national regulations, and relevant Global Performance Standards concerning E&S.
• Promotion Culture: Implement initiatives to promote employee well-being and foster a positive E&S culture at the site by supporting leadership mindsets and behaviors prioritizing health, safety, and environmental concerns.
• Continuous Monitoring: Establish and maintain processes for continuous E&S monitoring and connected checking to proactively address emerging issues.
• Integration of Best Practices: Stay informed about K-C operations’ best practices and integrate them into the site's E&S efforts and activities.
• Partnering with Region/BU EHS&S Functional Leaders: Collaborate with Segment functional leaders to address E&S risks at the site, including:
• Risk Management: Identifying potential hazards, assessing risks, and implementing preventative measures to manage/mitigate these risks.
• Compliance/Conformance: Regular monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of E&S systems and processes to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Environment and Safety Culture Leadership: Actively promote and reinforce a positive environment and sustainability culture within the site by exemplifying leadership mindsets and behaviors that prioritize environment and sustainability.
• Connected Checking and Monitoring: Oversee the effectiveness of environment and sustainability countermeasures and remedies, making necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is on-site and based at a manufacturing facility; work performed is in a combination of office, manufacturing floor and outdoor environments. There will be regular exposure to active manufacturing and warehouse areas including moving equipment and machinery, noise, dust, chemicals and varying temperatures. Employees are expected to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. This position requires frequent walking throughout the facility including climbing stairs and elevated platforms; there may be the occasional need to lift items up to 25 lbs. Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to support the plant in the evenings and on weekends.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, biology, chemistry, or related field.
• One to three years in an environmental, safety, and health role.
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with hourly and leadership staff.
• Familiarity of State and Federal regulations pertaining to air, water, waste, and chemical management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in wastewater treatment operations and/ or Title V management.
• Strong capabilities with analyzing datasets, using databases and document management systems.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com

To Be Considered

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.