Senior Safety Health & Environment Specialist

Henkel; Bay Point (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k Matching

Employee Share Plan

Annual Performance Bonus

Parental Leave

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) professional for our Adhesive Technologies unit in the Americas. You will lead SHE programs, conduct risk assessments, investigations and audits, and partner with operations to implement controls and training that reduce injuries and environmental impact.

A Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field and 3+ years in EHS/SHE are required; knowledge of OSHA regulations is essential. Certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM or CIH are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS/SHE) management, preferably in a chemical, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations and their practical application in the workplace.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, investigations, audits, and developing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, prioritize initiatives, and make sound recommendations independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and support a strong safety culture across the organization.
• Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, CIH, or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead & support the implementation of SHE management systems and programs across designated facilities in the Americas.
• Serve as a technical SHE resource to operations, engineering, maintenance, and other functions.
• Lead and prioritize safety investigations, identifying risks and coordinating corrective actions.
• Develop and recommend engineering controls, process improvements, and preventive measures.
• Conduct SHE inspections, audits, and compliance assessments; drive timely corrective actions.
• Prepare SHE reports, recommendations, and compliance documentation.
• Develop and deliver SHE training, procedures, and communications.

Skills

SHE management

Risk assessment

Audits

Report writing

Training delivery

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health/Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

CSP

ASP

CHMM

CIH

Job description

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 Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What you´ll do

• Lead & support the implementation of Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) management systems and programs to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with Henkel standards across designated facilities in the Americas.
• Serve as a technical SHE resource to operations, engineering, maintenance, and other functions by identifying risks, interpreting requirements, and recommending practical solutions.
• Lead and prioritize safety and health investigations, identifying risks and coordinating corrective actions across diverse operational environments.
• Develop and recommend engineering controls, process improvements, and preventive measures to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, and environmental impacts.
• Conduct SHE inspections, audits, and compliance assessments; identify gaps, communicate findings, and partner with site leadership to drive timely corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Independently prepare SHE reports, recommendations, and compliance documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support site-wide goals.
• Develop and deliver SHE training, procedures, and communications that translate regulatory and company requirements into effective workplace practices.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS/SHE) management, preferably in a chemical, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations and their practical application in the workplace.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, investigations, audits, and developing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, prioritize initiatives, and make sound recommendations independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and support a strong safety culture across the organization.
• Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, CIH, or equivalent is preferred.

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day one
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, and vacation buy / sell program
• 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: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

The salary range for this role is $104,000.00 and $155,000.00. This range represents the good‑faith minimum and maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offer for this role at the time of posting. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive pay or other forms of compensation, as applicable. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, education, training, and work location. This posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

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.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. 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.