Manager – Environmental

L'Oréal; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading global beauty company in Florence, Kentucky, is seeking an Environmental Manager to plan and implement environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science and over 5 years of experience in environmental management. Responsibilities include managing hazardous waste compliance, supporting sustainability goals, and providing training across the organization. This full-time role requires on-site presence, with some work-from-home flexibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental management, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with environmental compliance and EPA regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement environmental compliance and sustainability topics.
• Manage environmental programs such as hazardous waste and air permit compliance.
• Conduct training and provide technical knowledge on sustainability topics.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Project management

Training skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Manager – Environmental

Department

Manufacturing

Location

Florence, Kentucky

FLSA

Exempt

Reports to

Director – EHS

Company Summary

L’Oréal is a technologically advanced company, which manufactures and supplies over 4.5 billion units annually to the world. Working in L’Oréal Operations means working in an innovative, challenging, dynamic and diverse environment with the opportunity for cross‑functional careers – from conception to consumer – in Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operational Product Development. We have 42 factories and 145 distribution centers worldwide (12 factories and 33 distribution centers in the Americas). Close to 90% of all our products are manufactured in‑house. L’Oréal Operations is committed to continuous improvement, people development, safety, quality and sustainability.

Job Summary

As the Environmental Manager, you will plan, coordinate, and implement a range of environmental compliance and sustainability topics. You will be responsible for supporting the site’s progress towards and achievement of L’Oreal for the Future 2030 goals including 100% material recovery (recycle or reuse of all waste), waste reduction, energy consumption reduction, Water Loop, wastewater COD reduction, and implementing a biodiversity plan for the site. You will also be responsible for managing programs wholly or in part, potentially including prevention of water, soil, and air pollution, hazardous waste management, and/or solid waste management with associated reporting and recordkeeping. You will actively participate in identifying new and improved processes that will result in time or waste savings.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Environmental compliance: manage programs such as hazardous waste, air, stormwater, wastewater, and/or chemical storage and management. Hazardous waste compliance program assistance including shipments such as air permit information and wastewater permit. Tier II environmental chemical storage reporting; Department of Homeland Security chemical requirements and Safety Data Sheet management for on‑site chemicals
• Inspections: stormwater, spill prevention, and hazardous waste storage areas
• Recordkeeping: sample and inspection data; refrigerant‑containing equipment management and leak tracking
• Permit management: such as air permit information and wastewater permit
• Training and Program Management: DOT Hazardous Materials/Dangerous Goods; Spill Team training and program management
• Conducts investigations and Root‑Cause Analyst: follow‑up on LEAP incidents involving hazardous waste, spills, etc. conducts investigations, institutes audits, and prepares and/or reviews reports and related information to evaluate existing organizations, policies, procedures, and practices as related to the environmental program
• Environmental Management: coordination of ISO 14001; documentation of environmental procedures and processes such as waste management; documentation and training on significant environmental aspects
• Assist with environmental sustainability efforts for L’Oreal for the Future as needed, including the following: project management for waste reduction, waste recovery; education and awareness campaign, visuals, etc; data collection, reporting and analysis including environmental waste, water, energy, and biodiversity data (e.g., monthly C1 - Internal use GRAAL, Master Plan, project management); data and project presentation for Plant Status and Group tools
• Training: manage and provide EHS training

Required Experience/Training/Competencies

• Education: bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, etc. or engineering (e.g. Environmental Engineering); master’s degree preferred
• Experience: 5+ years of previous experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated environmental management and/or sustainability.
• Compliance Experience: experience in environmental compliance/EPA regulations including RCRA, EPCRA, Air Permitting, SPCC, SWPP, and/or wastewater permitting
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required and ability to learn internal programs
• Technical Knowledge: environmental sustainability topics such as waste, water, carbon emissions, circular economy, and/or biodiversity
• Certifications: C CHMM certification is desired

Ideal candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the company; have strong organizational skills to manage environmental programs effectively; demonstrated professional judgment and sound decision‑making skills; ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional team environment and influence across all levels of the organization; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment; self‑motivated with a proactive approach to safety management and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety and environmental procedures.

This role requires daily on‑site presence supporting 24‑hour 7‑day week operation with occasional work‑from‑home flexibility and potential travel to other L’Oréal facilities as needed (up to 15%).

This summary describes the general nature of work to be performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of an incumbent in this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please email [e-mail]. Please note this email will only respond to specific requests for assistance completing the application as a request for accommodation for a disability. All others will not be considered.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Production, Other, and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing and Personal Care Product Manufacturing