Job Title: HSE Manager
Work Location: 100 Thermon Dr. San Marcos, TX
Reports to: Director HSE
Overview
The HSE Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and executing all Health, Safety, and Environmental programs at a multi-production manufacturing facility. This role ensures regulatory compliance, fosters a strong safety culture, mitigates risk, and supports continuous improvement across all production lines, maintenance activities, and support functions. The HSE Manager serves as a trusted advisor to plant leadership and employees while driving operational excellence through proactive safety and environmental management.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities include:
HealthSafety Leadership
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of site-wide HSE policies, programs, and procedures
- Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership, employee engagement, and safety awareness initiatives
- Serve as the site technical expert on occupational health and safety matters
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local HSE regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT, and local authorities)
- Maintain all required permits, records, and reporting (injury logs, environmental releases, training records, audits)
- Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, inspectors, and external auditors
Risk ManagementIncident Prevention
- Conduct and oversee risk assessments, job safety analyses (JSAs), hazard identification, and control measures
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation
- Monitor leading and lagging safety indicators and develop improvement plans
TrainingEmployee Engagement
- Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees, supervisors, and contractors
- Ensure onboarding and recurring training meet regulatory and company standards
- Support employee safety committees and continuous improvement teams
Environmental Management
- Manage environmental compliance programs, including waste management, air emissions, water usage, and chemical handling
- Drive sustainability and waste-reduction initiatives aligned with company goals
- Oversee emergency response and spill prevention programs
Operational Support
- Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and HR to integrate HSE into daily activities and change management
- Support new process introductions, equipment installations, and facility modifications from an HSE perspective
- Oversee contractor safety programs and site access requirements
AuditsContinuous Improvement
- Conduct internal audits and inspections; track and close corrective actions
- Support corporate and third-party HSE audits
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on reducing incidents, risk, and environmental impact
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of progressive HSE experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance requirements
- Experience supporting multi-production or complex manufacturing operations
- Proven incident investigation and risk management expertise
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, ASP, CHMM, CIH, or equivalent)
- Experience in high-risk manufacturing environments (chemical, automotive, metals, foodbeverage, etc.)
- ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 experience
Key Competencies
- Leadership and influence without authority
- Strong communication and training skills
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Data-driven decision-making
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
PhysicalWork Requirements
- Regular presence on the manufacturing floor
- Ability to conduct site inspections and incident investigations
- Occasional extended hours or off-shift support for incidents or audits
