Our Florence, Kentucky components plant began operations in 1978 and here is home to our components plant which manufactures PowerFrame® grids and our battery containers and covers. Here we produce around 173,000 cases a day.
What you will do
In this role you will have oversight and accountability for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) operations at The Florence, KY site. In this role you will partner with other members of the plant management staff and regional EHS leadership teams to ensure seamless implementation of Global, Regional, and plant EHS standards, practices, systems, and tools and will serve as the general subject matter expert for EHS operations. This role is both strategic and tactical with daily plant floor Gemba walks partnering with plant employees, safety committees, supervision, engineering and leadership to ensure comprehension and embody partnerships for a committed and principled EHS culture.
How you will do it
- Partner with Plant Leadership, EHS Leadership, regional experts, and operations teams to develop and execute site-specific operational and EHS strategies.
- Engage employees at all levels to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, ISO 14000/45000).
- Lead EHS programs, including PPE management, engineered hazard solutions, and maintenance of ISO-compliant management systems in partnership with Quality.
- Manage EHS improvement activities such as incident investigations, workers' compensation claims, contractor safety reviews, and ensure continuous EHS training for all employees.
- Track and communicate EHS performance metrics, analyze incident trends, and drive timely implementation of root causes and preventative measures.
- Advocate for EHS capital needs, ensure escalation of critical issues, and implement a communication strategy reinforcing strong EHS ownership across the plant.
What we look for
Required
- Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Industrial Safety, Occupational Safety, or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in an Environmental, Health & Safety leadership role in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of ISO14001 and 45000 standards.
- Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
- Travel may occasionally be necessary (approximately 1 -2 times per year)
Preferred
- Manufacturing experience
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What you get:
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave programs
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
- HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
- Clarios has been recogizned as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [email protected]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
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What We Do
Clarios creates the most advanced battery technologies for virtually every type of vehicle. We are a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, powering one in three of the world’s vehicles.
We produce more than 150 million batteries – one-third of the industry’s output – every year, and we continue to build and expand our capacity to meet our customer’s future demand.
