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Mitsubishi Chemical Group

Global chemical and advanced materials producer

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Full-Time
$128.4k - $160.5k/yr
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Greer, SC, USA
In PersonTravel up to 50% to support assigned facilities, including site visits.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant Environmental, Health & Safety experience, or 8+ years of directly related Environmental, Health & Safety experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% to support Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives, conduct site visits, lead investigations, and partner with leadership across assigned facilities.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial operations with responsibility for Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance and environmental, health, and safety programs.
  • Strong knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience developing and implementing Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, and employee training programs.
  • Proven ability to influence leaders at all organizational levels and promote a strong safety culture.
  • Strong communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
  • Lead Environmental, Health & Safety programs across multiple manufacturing facilities.
  • Serve as the regional subject matter expert for Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance, environmental regulations, and corporate Environmental, Health & Safety standards.
  • Manage safety incident reporting and lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, and management systems.
  • Interpret regulatory requirements and advise leadership on compliance obligations and industry best practices.
  • Monitor workplace safety performance and develop strategies to reduce occupational hazards and injuries.
  • Oversee workers' compensation programs and coordinate with third-party administrators and medical providers.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate employee safety training programs, including behavioral-based safety initiatives.
  • Conduct Environmental, Health & Safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments while ensuring timely corrective actions.
  • Analyze Environmental, Health & Safety metrics and identify opportunities to improve safety performance and operational excellence.
  • Partner with plant leadership to build and sustain a proactive, employee-focused safety culture.
  • Stay current on changing environmental and safety regulations and ensure compliance across all assigned locations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities or regional operations.

About the company

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Mitsubishi Chemical Group

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MCGC supplies chemicals and advanced materials globally, including high-performance polymers, industrial gases (Nippon Sanso), and pharmaceuticals (Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma), serving industries like automotive, semiconductor, aerospace, and healthcare. Its products rely on advanced chemical engineering and material science to create materials for electronics, mobility, and health, including carbon fiber composites, specialty polymers, and recyclable plastics. It differentiates itself with a massive global manufacturing footprint, deep technical expertise across chemicals, materials, and life sciences, and active open-innovation through Diamond Edge Ventures that integrates biotech and clean-tech startups into its ecosystem. The company aims to lead sustainable chemistry and advanced materials while pursuing net-zero emissions by 2050 and advancing a circular economy through decarbonization and scalable recycling.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Mitsubishi Chemical launched ultra-high-purity colloidal silica and M-Filleris in August 2026.
  • Audi selected DURABIO in 2026, proving automotive adoption for its bio-plastic platform.
  • PsiQuantum and University of Tokyo partnerships expand its quantum-enabled materials discovery efforts.

What critics are saying

  • FY2026 net income fell 73.7% to 11.8 billion yen, signaling fragile profitability.
  • Tokai Plant epoxy shutdowns continue through September 2027, exposing aging-asset dependence.
  • The 2025 Bain exit from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma removes a diversified earnings pillar.

What makes Mitsubishi Chemical Group unique

  • Mitsubishi Chemical dominates specialty materials, industrial gases, and carbon fiber supply chains globally.
  • Its 2026 semiconductor materials launches deepen customer qualification lock-in with chipmakers.
  • KAITEKI and Diamond Edge Ventures link chemicals, climate tech, and startup scouting.

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The Mitsubishi Chemical Group Embarks on Strategic Acquisition of CPC, Leading Italian Manufacturer of Carbon Fiber Composite Components to the Automotive Industry | asiantex.net

The Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG Group) is proud to announce it has attained full ownership of CPC SRL (CPC), a renowned Italian company specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of automobile components crafted from carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). This pivotal acquisition that began with minority ownership in 2017 aligns with MCG Group’s long-term strategic vision to further expand and enhance its vertically integrated carbon fiber supply chain. The transaction, subject to regulatory approvals, is expected to close in late 2023.