Laurel Plant - Environmental, Safety, and Health Affairs (ESHA) Manager

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

POSITION TITLE
Environmental, Safety, and Health Affairs (ESHA) Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW
The ESHA Manager is responsible for ensuring environmental, safety, health, and security compliance across the site. This role leads the development, implementation, and oversight of safety programs, regulatory training, emergency preparedness, and incident investigation. The manager works cross-functionally to promote a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage all ESHA systems and training to comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations (OSHA, EPA, FDEP, etc.).

• Serve as Chair of the Safety Steering Committee and ensure proper emergency preparedness and incident response across the site.

• Monitor, audit, and report site safety and environmental compliance; lead corrective action plans and participate in PHA reviews.

• Collaborate with leadership on associate development, performance reviews, and fostering team morale.

• Act as Facility Security Officer and co-chair the Pollution Prevention Team; participate in local environmental councils and community outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

• 5+ years of experience in environmental, safety, or occupational health, including 1+ year of leadership

• Process Safety Management (PSM) experience and familiarity with highly hazardous chemicals

• This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for a work visa (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.).

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Clear, concise communication and strong organizational skills

• Ability to independently manage projects and lead cross-functional safety initiatives

• Experience facilitating safety training, PHAs, and compliance audits

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Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.