Job Description

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Any professional certifications are a plus (CSP, CIH, ASP, OSHA, ISO Lead Auditor).

Experience

• At least 5+ years in a manufacturing environment managing HSE programs.
• Proven record of leading audits, incident investigations, and compliance programs .
• Experience with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, state/local authorities).
• Supervisory/leadership background – ability to mentor, train, and manage teams.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, OHSAS 45001 (or ISO 45001).
• Risk assessment, hazard analysis, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, loss prevention.
• Waste management, chemical safety, environmental permitting.
• Emergency preparedness planning & security systems management.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and training skills (must present to leadership and workers).
• Problem-solving & analytical ability (data-driven decisions, safety trends).
• Ability to influence others and build a safety-first culture .
• Time management & prioritization – juggling compliance, training, and audits.
• Skilled in MS Office & reporting tools .

Soft Skills & Leadership

• Conflict resolution and tact when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Coaching and mentoring safety representatives.
• Promoting a “zero incident” safety culture .
• Strong decision-making under pressure.

Other Must-Haves

• Willingness to travel between sites.
• Comfortable working in industrial/manufacturing conditions (noise, PPE, exposure).
• Demonstrated involvement in ESG / sustainability reporting (Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions) is a plus.

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