Job Description

Under the direction of the Human Resources and Business Unit Manager, the Environmental Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for providing support to the production plant, project teams, the management team, supervisors, managers, and production / operations team members. This position will provide leadership and coordination of the day-to-day safety requirements for the plant.

• Ability to manage the plants overall safety programs
• Provide support to the plant by maintaining a visible presence to the plant multiple times per day
• Assist in the coaching, mentoring and implementation of the HS&E programs
• Regularly review and be familiar with all applicable legislation and applicable standards, to ensure compliance.
• Inform the business leaders of any new or conflictive legislative matters
• Develop and identify Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) to ensure a safe work environment for the plant employees, contractors, visitors and community.
• Review safety obligations of the plant and ensure they are carried out as per the terms of the agreement, and communicated to the business and all key stakeholders
• Monitor safety performance and ensure company procedures and regulatory requirements are met and exceeded.
• Perform safety audits of the plant and perform periodic compliance audits.
• Maintain and develop the safety program file for each job.
• Reference safety audit coaching opportunities with OSHA CFR.
• Immediately correct or facilitate the correction of items / conditions out of compliance to safety standards or company policy.
• Review safety audits with the safety committee ensuring understanding and provide copy of safety audit to Operations / Production Manager, and Business Unit Manager
• Coordinate matters of safety, health, and welfare with the appropriate stakeholders
• Lead or assist with accident or near miss investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions. Ensure that all accidents and near misses are reported and documented.
• Track all quarterly safety matrix (LTA / MTI / Near Misses / First Aid) - Ability to grow the environmental, health, and safety program to world class standards
• Lead and/ or participate in the safety committee at plant, support safety committee at division level
• Ensure that sufficient PPE is available and used appropriately.
• Represent the company at safety meetings and conferences.
• Keep up-to-date on all company safety policies, OSHA, ANSI, and other regulatory standards.
• Ensure that all safety equipment is properly maintained, inspected, calibrated and repaired or put out-of-service as necessary.
• Ability to implement, guide and instruct HSE training
• Ensure that all vehicles are inspected and properly maintained to include ensuring that they have the required safety items stored properly to include fire extinguishers, first aid kit, safety data sheets, dry air and cylinders, etc.
• Loss control responsibilities include: Understanding, supporting and compliance with all plant policies, procedures and applicable regulations; conducting applicable Loss Control Challenge activities, including inspections and audits as assigned; completion of assigned Loss Control action items; and completion of regulatory and other required training

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree – Safety related field
• 5+ years of safety related experience in a plant environment.
• Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) desired
• Strong working knowledge of EHS regulations and requirements (EPA, OSHA, DOT, etc.).
• Strong working knowledge of EHS regulations and requirements (EPA, OSHA, DOT, etc.).
• Must have the skill and ability to conduct and/or support sensitive investigations involving company personnel, assets and/or proprietary information.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems preferred.
• Knowledgeable in the technical fundamentals of safety management and risk assessments and reduction, including machinery safety, ergonomics, and occupational health.

Additional Information

Job description should not be construed to include every function or responsibility that may arise. Successful candidates will perform tasks as assigned or as deemed necessary in the course of day-to-day operations.

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) at no cost after one year.

ITW is an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please email corp_accessibility@itw.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.