Environmental, Health, & Safety Leader

Owens Corning
Develops and manufactures insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composite building materials.
Lead plant-wide environmental, health, and safety programs, coaching staff and ensuring compliance.
13 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Kansas City, KS
Onsite
Company Size
25,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Insulation
Building Materials
Sustainability
Energy Efficiency
Roofing
Sector Specialisms
Building and Construction
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Transportation
Power and Energy
Roofing
Insulation
Role
What you would be doing
safety leadership
safety initiatives
environmental initiatives
change management
safety training
wellness programs
  • Lead and support safety initiatives and processes to drive towards an injury free culture.
  • Sets and accomplishes critical metrics regularly to ensure continuous improvement in the processes that lead to a 100% engaged safety culture at the plant.
  • Adhere to all plant and position-specific safety policies, procedures, and standards
  • Learns concepts and new skills at a very rapid pace and applies learning to the job.
  • Managing and delivering results through projects and initiatives.
  • Effectively communicate Owens Corning’s stand on safety throughout the Plant to ensure all employees believe in and behave in a manner that supports our stand that all accidents are preventable, safety is everyone’s responsibility, and that working safely is a condition of employment at Owens Corning.
  • Leading change management efforts
  • Educate team members on safe operations of new processes or modifications.
  • Complete all required safety training.
  • Lead and support environmental initiatives and process to drive towards zero NOVs.
  • Maintain a leadership presence on the plant floor, influence employee and leadership behaviors, and fully engage employees in the safety process.
  • Enroll and engage the entire workforce to build a powerful safety culture.
  • Advise and guide the Natural Leadership Team (NLT) in developing and implementing a risk-ranked strategic plan, prioritize and advocate capital/resource requests, and advise the leadership team on all aspects of environmental requirements and responsibilities.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of all critical EH&S processes, programs, and procedures
  • Lead and engage the team on continued sustainable programs and processes, including a culture of employee ownership, incident reporting / risk reduction and continuous improvement.
  • Lead and support the medical department and corporate wellness programs
  • Grow and develop the safety teams within the workforce.
  • Incorporate the safety stand and safe improvements into all people-related initiatives.
  • Effectively communicate Owens Corning’s stand on safety to ensure employees believe in and behave in a manner that supports our stand that all accidents are preventable, safety is everyone’s responsibility, and that working safely is a condition of employment at Owens Corning.
  • Act as a wellness champion for the facility – coordinate events, Virgin Pulse activities, workers compensation and disability management
What you bring
bachelor's degree
csp
microsoft office
industrial experience
team coaching
problem solving
  • Bachelor’s degree in safety related discipline required
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) qualification preferred
  • Achieves results fast, individually and through teams – can synthesize data and multiple points of view quickly and creatively to arrive at balanced solutions. Has a strong bias for action.
  • Experience utilizing computer programs and Microsoft Office products.
  • 5-10 years of experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated success coaching and leading teams in a high employee empowerment culture, while training and developing technical skills in others.
  • Understands deep and complex scientific concepts and can troubleshoot problems based on abstract data.
  • Ability to travel as required (5%-10%).
  • Ability to adapt and contribute to plant success in multiple areas (Operations, Talent Development, Project Leadership, TPM)
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1938 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1938 as a pioneering glass-making partnership.
2024 $11B Revenue
Annual Revenue
$11 billion in revenue was achieved in 2024, reflecting strong financial performance.
2024 $1B Profit
Net Profit
Over $1 billion in profit was reported in 2024, showcasing strategic growth and success.
  • It weaves innovation into everyday structures—insulating homes, roofing buildings, and reinforcing composites across industries.
  • Its three engines—insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composites—power projects from family homes to wind turbines and defense systems.
  • Milestones include inventing centrifugally-spun fiberglass insulation, coloring it trademarked PINK, and even contributing cloth for NASA space suits.
  • Typical projects range from residential energy-efficiency retrofits and commercial roof installations to industrial composites for auto, defense, and renewable energy.
Culture + Values
Ranked #1
Top Global Innovator
Recognized as the leading innovative company worldwide, setting industry standards for creativity and groundbreaking solutions.
95% Employee Satisfaction
High Job Satisfaction
95% of employees express satisfaction with company culture and opportunities for growth and advancement.
$2B Revenue Growth
Significant Revenue Growth
Achieved over $2 billion in revenue growth over the past five years, showcasing company dedication and market leadership.
100+ Patents
Innovative Contributions
Registered over 100 patents, highlighting a strong commitment to continuous learning and impactful innovation.
  • Continuously learning
  • Collaborating with others
  • Leading
  • Making a material difference
  • Creating innovative solutions
  • Improving operational efficiency
Environment + Sustainability
50% GHG Emissions Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Target
Aim to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to a 2018 baseline, aligned with the IPCC’s 1.5°C pathway.
100% Renewable Electricity
Clean Energy Target
Commitment to source all electricity from renewable sources by 2030 through power purchase agreements and virtual power purchase agreements.
51% Energy-Efficient Revenue
Sustainable Product Growth
51% of 2024 revenue derived from energy-efficient product solutions, reflecting a strong emphasis on sustainability in product offerings.
11% GHG Reduction
Annual Progress in 2024
Achieved an 11% year-over-year reduction in GHG emissions in 2024, demonstrating significant progress toward long-term sustainability goals.
  • 30% reduction in Scope 3 (value chain) emissions by 2030
  • 20% reduction in energy use by 2030 (from 2018)
  • 50% reduction in VOC and PM₂.₅ emission intensity by 2030
  • 50% reduction in water withdrawal in high-stress areas by 2030
  • Zero waste-to-landfill by 2030 via 50% waste-intensity reduction + recycling
  • 43% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 market-based emissions achieved as of 2024
  • Reduced waste generation by 64,676 metric tons in 2024 and 11% less landfill waste
  • 56% renewable electricity consumption in 2022
Inclusion & Diversity
22% by 2030
People of Color Representation
Targets 22% of global mid-level leaders (manager/director/VP) to be people of color.
35% by 2030
Women Representation
Aims for 35% of global mid-level leaders to be women.
#44 Rank
DiversityInc Top 50
Ranked #44 among DiversityInc's Top 50 companies in 2023.
  • Progress on representation tracked via “Human Capital Diversity Metrics”
  • DEI initiatives measured across Leadership Accountability, Talent Programs, Workforce Practices, Supplier Diversity, and Philanthropy
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