H&S Manager

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Monument Chemical serves the specialty chemicals industry – and produces a variety of solvents, intermediates, specialty fuels, and other specialty products, as well as offers industry-leading Custom Manufacturing services. At Monument, you’ll find careers in several engineering and skilled trades roles and disciplines. Working together like a family, our teams drive continual improvement in quality, cost, lead time, flexibility, and customer service. Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, we offer a diverse range of opportunities where you will be challenged and encouraged to grow.

Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing workplace safety programs to ensure a healthy, safe, secure, and compliant work environment for all employees that adheres to all government (local and federal) regulations and programs.

Essential Functions

• Develop, implement, and manage injury and illness prevention programs by performing root cause and failure analysis for incidents
• Manage the implementation of risk assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and emergency response plans
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety performance and accident prevention
• Advise senior leadership on safety program issues and the effectiveness of injury prevention strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Operations, Union Stewards, and Facilities, to address safety concerns and improve overall safety performance
• Stay current with changing safety regulations, industry standards, and best practices, ensuring the organization remains compliant
• Primary contact for all State and Federal agency issues as well as any issues involving the outside industrial and community areas
• Oversee the development and maintenance of the strategic safety plan focusing on the recognition, evaluation, and control of all hazards, and the protection of employees and the community
• Develop, implement, and manage occupational health and safety policies and programs in line with regulatory requirements and best practices. Assist with industrial hygiene and environmental control programs as necessary
• Responsible for Medical oversight, case management, workers compensation, D&A testing program & compliance
• Oversee employee training programs; keep employees informed on the overall mission, vision, and goals for safety
• Complete safe work practice audits/inspections and recommend corrective actions
• Manage security for facility including contractor oversight via ISN and Emergency Response Team
• Participate in process development, PHAs/operating reviews and safety/environmental audits
• Primary contact for Health & Safety with regards to the Growth Process, Commercial opportunities and Continuous Improvement
• Conduct and participate in HSE meetings
• Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data
• Lead department and staff; hire, develop, and conduct performance management
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.
  
  

Education Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering or Occupational Safety and Health
  
  

Experience Qualifications

• Required 10 years industrial experience
• Preferred Chemical industry experience
• Required 5 years working in a Health and Safety role
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge and expertise of regulatory (OSHA/EPA/PSM/DOT/IH/RMP) requirements including Federal and State Safety and Health Laws
• Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills are required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is necessary
• Self-starter with an ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time
• Strong group presentation skills, SAP software usage, and the ability to prepare multimedia presentations are necessary
• Experience in a Union environment a plus
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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