SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR
WHO IS KEILHAUER?
Founded in 1981, Keilhauer is a privately owned, design-focused contract furniture manufacturer. Keilhauer manufactures seating and tables that make work more comfortable for all.
Keilhauer products are thoughtfully made to support communication and engagement in spaces such as meeting rooms, collaboration areas, lobbies, and lunchrooms.
Working with world-renowned furniture designers, Keilhauer is internationally recognized for award-winning design, built with extreme craftsmanship, to the highest environmental standards.
ABOUT THE ROLE
At Keilhauer, we believe that because we all share this planet it is essential that we do our part protecting it. Our comprehensive sustainability program, Planet Keilhauer , is driven by our goal of closed-loop manufacturing, an approach to production in which there is no waste and materials are cycled back into the system to minimize environmental impact.
As the Sustainability Coordinator, you are responsible for assisting with environmental program maintenance and development, helping the organization achieve long-term success by maintaining a balance between our people, the environment, and our products.
This position gives a junior sustainability or environmental professional the ability to develop their skills through project management exposure and coaching from the Sustainability Officer.
As a trusted point person for the department, you will work on a wide-range of initiatives that provide visibility into every area of the organization and require regular contact with internal and external stakeholders.
Activities such as sustainability data management (GHG scope 1,2,3), developing vendor compliance lists, creating training materials, updating Product Environmental Criteria (PEC) sheets, and preparing supporting data and documents for different environmental certifications (BIFMA Level, Indoor Air Quality Reports, Renewable Energy, etc.
This role is best suited to an analytical thinker with strong communication skills who is adaptable, creative, versatile, and enjoys a variety of activities.
You use your excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in order to prioritize and execute tasks to meet project goals on time.
Ensuring Keilhauer stays up-to-date on sustainability initiatives helps to further Keilhauer’s mission of making work comfortable for all.
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
PAY RANGE AND COMPENSATION PACKAGE
Starting range : $60k - $65k
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Keilhauer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful environment for all employees.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This role is performed primarily in an office environment which is typically quiet. Most of your duties will be fulfilled with the use of a computer and office equipment, with communications taking place by phone, email, or in person.
Some functions of your role will be conducted in the manufacturing facility, where you may be exposed to dust particulates and noise.
This position requires frequent, dynamic interaction through face-to-face contact, email, and phone communications. Must be capable of traveling to other locations as required to perform job function.
This position requires long periods of sitting. Must be capable of multi-tasking and able to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to handle frequent interruptions to planned work activities.
DOES THIS ROLE SOUND LIKE A FIT?
If this role is for you, please send your resume to [email protected] and tell us why you would be a great addition to our team! Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.