Requisition ID: 71337
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool , KitchenAid , JennAir, Maytag , Amana, Brastemp , Consul , and InSinkErator . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .
The team you will be a part of
The EH&S team designs, develops, implements and oversees the organization's environmental health and safety programs and procedures to safeguard employees and surrounding communities and to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with regulations.
This role in summary
Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) are core to Whirlpool's Mission and foundational values. This position within the Global EHS function is primarily responsible for leading the company's risk management efforts related to legacy remediation liabilities. The role also incorporates risk management related to company mergers and acquisitions activities and due diligence.
Your responsibilities will include
Lead the development and execution of environmental remediation strategies for the global portfolio of remediation sites in accordance with sound risk management approach
Lead and manage the development of financial estimates for environmental liabilities in accordance with appropriate Whirlpool procedures
Accountable for identifying areas of environmental risk and uncertainty and appropriate communication to Whirlpool leadership
Liaise with Corporate and Regional Finance to effectively track and forecast environmental remediation spend and associated impacts to profit plans
Lead environmental due diligence efforts in support of Global Real Estate and M&A work as requested
Liaise with Corporate and Regional Legal to manage potential and active claims with legacy environmental issues
Serve as Corporate Witness as requested on active legal matters with environmental aspects
Serve as the public face of Whirlpool Corporation to external stakeholders as required for outward facing communications and negotiations as appropriate
Assess manufacturing sites' compliance with legal requirements and Whirlpool environmental, health and safety standards
Serve as technical resource to the business for environmental matters as needed
This position requires up to 20% domestic and international travel
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
Minimum 15 years of experience in related field
Experience developing and leading remediation strategies at multiple sites of varying size and complexity
Proven knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, OSHA 40 CFR 1910 and 1926, and various State Environmental Remediation Programs
Experience with conducting environmental remediation outside the US
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required, with the ability to manage privileged and confidential information
Preferred skills and experiences
What we offer
Generous benefits package , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Additional information
Whirlpool's Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.
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Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
