Safety Manager

Position Summary: An individual formally educated in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a science-based curriculum, and qualified to act as a subject matter expert in Safety Management. They will foster participation in all Safety Committees by building strong relations with the Enterprise EHS team and applying the overall company EHS Vision and Strategic Deployment Plan at the local site. The individual will assist in the development and implementation of strategic solutions that will support management’s efforts to improve and maintain compliance. This position does not have direct reports.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement Safety program and objectives to meet regulatory requirements and safety needs of the site. Examples of reporting may include but are not limited to LOTO, OSHA 300, TRR, etc.
• Evaluates new and existing programs to assess suitability and the need for changes.
• Leads incident investigations by identifying system causes, defining appropriate corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurrence. Shares these lessons with the sites during the recurring monthly Lessons Learned meeting – promoting a learning culture.
• Monitors injury, illness, and incident related performance within the site. Ensures the proper reporting of all injuries/illnesses in the company EHS System.
• Monitors performance for trends or other indicators of improving or degrading incident performance and develops and implements strategic solutions that improve the performance.
• Oversee Safety plans, procedures, training, etc. at the site. Ensure information is current, complete, and effectively implemented.
• Communicates findings, concerns, and deficiencies to the responsible managers to effect timely and necessary corrections.
• Assists in the development and implementation of strategic solutions that will support management’s efforts to improve and maintain compliance.
• Advises employees on how to minimize risks and hazards and improve EHS performance.
• Builds a strong relationship with the Enterprise EHS team to align the site direction with the overall company EHS Vision and Strategic Deployment Plan.
• Fosters participation with the Joint Safety Committee.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or a science field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop and present materials.

Additional Requirements

• Company requested OSHA certifications

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement Safety program and objectives to meet regulatory requirements and safety needs of the site. Examples of reporting may include but are not limited to LOTO, OSHA 300, TRR, etc.
• Evaluates new and existing programs to assess suitability and the need for changes.
• Leads incident investigations by identifying system causes, defining appropriate corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurrence. Shares these lessons with the sites during the recurring monthly Lessons Learned meeting – promoting a learning culture.
• Monitors injury, illness, and incident related performance within the site. Ensures the proper reporting of all injuries/illnesses in the company EHS System.
• Monitors performance for trends or other indicators of improving or degrading incident performance and develops and implements strategic solutions that improve the performance.
• Oversee Safety plans, procedures, training, etc. at the site.
• Ensure information is current, complete, and effectively implemented.
• Communicates findings, concerns, and deficiencies to the responsible managers to effect timely and necessary corrections.
• Advises employees on how to minimize risks and hazards and improve EHS performance
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or a science field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop and present materials.
• OSHA certifications preferred
• Leads by example, mentoring, and exhibiting behaviors that are consistent with the company’s values.
• Portrays a passion for safety and the well-being of people.

Job Specific Competencies

• Ability to implement the Enterprise EHS Standards and site Safety programs and objectives at the site.
• Ability to provide employee training using multiple delivery methods and media.
• Ability to conduct an incident investigation and system cause analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communication to individuals and groups of diverse sizes.
• Ability to act appropriately in emergency situations.

Work Conditions

• On-site, Monday through Friday
• Onsite during shutdowns
• Emergency call expectations (may require rotational responsibilities)
• Travel expectations, minimal