HSE Manager

Freudenberg Group; Lebanon (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a senior HSE leader to drive health, safety, and environmental priorities across our Kentucky site. You will lead the HSE governance, coach leaders, and ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 while overseeing industrial hygiene and risk management.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in EHS or related field, CSP preferred, 10+ years of manufacturing HSE leadership, and experience with large teams. English is required; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Engineering, or a related technical field; CSP preferred.
• 10+ years of HSE leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting large-scale manufacturing operations (300+ employees preferred).
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and engage a diverse workforce; English required, Spanish a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HSE systems (e.g., Workday, SharePoint, Enablon).

Responsibilities

• Strategic HSE Leadership – Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, driving the integration of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) priorities into all business and operational decisions.
• Safety Culture & Leadership Accountability – Champion a strong safety culture by coaching leaders, challenging practices when needed, and ensuring accountability for HSE performance across the organization.
• Site-Wide HSE Governance – Lead HSE strategy and governance, fostering alignment and engagement across production, engineering, maintenance, logistics, and support functions.
• HSE Team Leadership & Development – Manage and develop the HSE Officer, providing direction, prioritization, coaching, and oversight of daily HSE activities and initiatives.
• Compliance & Management Systems – Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, corporate HSE standards, and all applicable regulatory requirements through effective leadership and execution.
• Occupational Health & Risk Management – Oversee industrial hygiene and occupational health programs, including risk assessment, control strategies, and management of hazardous substances and workplace health risks.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Safety culture

Influence leaders

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EHS/Engineering

CSP certification (preferred)

Tools

Workday

SharePoint

Enablon

Job description

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Responsibilities:

• Strategic HSE Leadership – Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, driving the integration of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) priorities into all business and operational decisions.
• Safety Culture & Leadership Accountability – Champion a strong safety culture by coaching leaders, challenging practices when needed, and ensuring accountability for HSE performance across the organization.
• Site-Wide HSE Governance – Lead HSE strategy and governance, fostering alignment and engagement across production, engineering, maintenance, logistics, and support functions.
• HSE Team Leadership & Development – Manage and develop the HSE Officer, providing direction, prioritization, coaching, and oversight of daily HSE activities and initiatives.
• Compliance & Management Systems – Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, corporate HSE standards, and all applicable regulatory requirements through effective leadership and execution.
• Occupational Health & Risk Management – Oversee industrial hygiene and occupational health programs, including risk assessment, control strategies, and management of hazardous substances and workplace health risks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Engineering, or a related technical field; CSP preferred.
• 10+ years of HSE leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting large-scale manufacturing operations (300+ employees preferred).
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and engage a diverse workforce; English required, Spanish a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HSE systems (e.g., Workday, SharePoint, Enablon); able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

“Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role’s responsibilities.”

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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