About the Role
As a Safety and Environmental Lead, you will spearhead the development and execution of comprehensive health, safety, and environmental strategies to ensure a secure and compliant workplace. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of safety excellence by identifying operational risks and implementing proactive solutions that protect our workforce and environment.
Responsibilities-
Design and manage robust EHS programs that align with OSHA, EPA, and regional regulatory requirements.
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Lead thorough investigations into workplace incidents and near-misses, ensuring effective corrective actions are executed to prevent recurrence.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate physical and chemical hazards across all operational areas.
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Facilitate safety committee meetings and drive employee engagement through targeted training and educational initiatives.
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Oversee emergency preparedness planning, including the coordination of drills and the management of response teams for medical or environmental events.
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Analyze safety data to provide actionable insights and business cases for continuous improvement projects.
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Support the administration of workers' compensation claims to ensure timely resolution and employee support.
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Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
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Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in an industrial EHS capacity.
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Comprehensive understanding of federal and state environmental and safety compliance standards.
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Proven ability to manage complex projects and prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.
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Strong technical proficiency in data analysis and reporting software.
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Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
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Direct experience managing air permitting and hazardous material reporting.
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Demonstrated success in leading organizational safety culture transformations.
