Manufacturing-Jobs in United States

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Plant Operations, as well as to the Director of Health, Safety & Environment, the Manager / Senior Manager of Health, Safety & Environment will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive safety and environmental protection strategies across our manufacturing operations in Ontario.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Safety Management

• Lead a team of HSE professionals to promote a safety-first culture within the manufacturing operations.
• Support and implement HSE strategies that align with organizational manufacturing goals and industry best practices.
• Assist in creating and maintaining safety policies and procedures for manufacturing environments.
• Support the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) for safety and environmental management.
• Contribute to safety initiatives to:
• Help maintain lower-than-average Total Recordable Incident Rates (TRIR)
• Support the goal of zero workplace incidents
• Uphold high standards of integrity in health and safety management
• Assist in implementing proactive risk mitigation strategies.
• Support and collaborate with the HSE leadership team.

Manufacturing Safety Management

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety protocols for manufacturing facilities.
• Conduct frequent safety inspections and internal safety audits.
• Create site-specific safety plans for manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Manage and deliver safety training programs tailored to manufacturing workforce needs.
• Implement equipment safety, machine guarding, and hazardous material handling protocols.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and other relevant manufacturing safety regulations.

Environmental Compliance

• Support environmental impact assessments for manufacturing projects.
• Assist in developing sustainability initiatives and green manufacturing practices.
• Ensure compliance with EPA regulations and environmental protection standards.
• Monitor and help reduce environmental footprint across manufacturing operations.
• Support waste management, emissions control, and resource conservation efforts.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain current knowledge of local, provincial, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist in preparing for and supporting regulatory inspections and audits.
• Maintain accurate documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Manage safety reporting and incident investigation processes.

Training and Development

• Design and implement safety training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Conduct regular safety workshops and awareness sessions.
• Develop emergency response and crisis management protocols for manufacturing environments.
• Foster a culture of safety awareness across manufacturing operations.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) is required.

Required Experience

• 5-7 years of safety management experience in manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record of supporting and implementing comprehensive HSE programs.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety best practices.

Key Skills

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical approach to safety management.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in safety management software and reporting tools.

Technical Competencies

• Thorough understanding of OSHA manufacturing safety regulations.
• Risk assessment and management techniques.
• Environmental impact evaluation.
• Safety training and development.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Regulatory compliance strategies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to visit and inspect manufacturing facilities in the Niagara region as well as the Greater Toronto Area.
• Capable of wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to move around production areas and perform safety inspections.
• Occasional travel will be required.