Manager of Quality, Safety, Health & Environment

Sr. Manager of Quality, Safety, Health & Environment (QHSE)

Our team in North Liberty currently has an opening for a Manager of Quality, Safety, Health & Environment remote.

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Summary:

In this strategic leadership role, you will champion a culture of continuous improvement and regulatory compliance, shaping policies, practices, and initiatives that protect our workforce, community, customers, and the environment. You will work cross-functionally with leadership, site management, and operations teams to elevate performance, optimize processes, and ensure adherence to all industry standards and best practices. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing, innovative organization.

Job Description: 

Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement:

• Develop, implement, and refine QHSE strategies that align with Brenntag Specialties’ business objectives and values.
• Identify best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety, environmental responsibility, product stewardship, and overall quality performance.
• Lead by example, fostering a proactive, collaborative culture that values health, safety, and quality at every organizational level.

Safety & Health Management:

• Create and execute comprehensive safety management plans, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA, DOT, Hazmat, and related regulations.
• Investigate and monitor safety performance metrics (e.g., personal injuries, transportation incidents, spills) and use data-driven insights to recommend and implement effective corrective actions.
• Coordinate safety training programs, ensuring all employees are properly equipped with the knowledge and tools to work safely.
• Serve as a key liaison with Brenntag North America’s Safety Task Group, sharing insights, solutions, and best practices.

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance:

• Oversee and continuously improve our JOB 7 reporting processes to enhance product quality, minimize misloads, and standardize best practices across facilities.
• Collaborate with facilities to integrate improvement concepts derived from internal benchmarks, third-party audits, and ERP standards.
• Stay current on emerging industry regulations, develop implementation guidelines, and ensure readiness and compliance across all locations.
• Lead regulatory reviews and support facilities in addressing potential governmental violations, maintaining a strong compliance record.

Environmental Stewardship:

• Manage environmental initiatives and projects, ensuring operations meet or exceed all environmental standards.
• Identify potential risks affecting environmental performance and champion proactive measures to mitigate impacts on air, water, and soil quality.
• Rapidly communicate any changes that could affect environmental reserves, cash flow, or compliance status, ensuring full transparency with senior management.

Crisis Management & Emergency Response:

• Direct the development and execution of crisis communication plans and emergency response protocols.
• Guide site teams through training exercises, ensuring a high level of preparedness for potential environmental, health, or safety incidents.

Product Stewardship & Responsible Distribution:

• Serve as the primary operational and safety representative in industry associations such as NACD.
• Uphold and advance the NACD Responsible Distribution Program’s principles, integrating these standards into daily operations.
• Evaluate new products and processes, ensuring that the handling and selling of chemicals are conducted responsibly and safely.

YOUR PROFILE

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience in QHSE, ideally within the chemical or manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing safety and quality programs, conducting audits, and achieving strong regulatory compliance.
• Comprehensive understanding of OSHA, DOT, Hazmat, and other relevant regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to inspire teams and influence change.
• High attention to detail, strategic thinking abilities, and a passion for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

OUR OFFER

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

INTERESTED?

We look forward receiving your application.

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

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