Environment, Health and Safety Manager

POLYVANTIS; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

POLYVANTIS is seeking a Safety, Health, Environmental and Security leader for the Mount Vernon facility in Indiana. You will report to the Plant Manager and drive SH&E programs, regulatory reporting, and environmental compliance site-wide.

The role emphasizes building a strong safety culture, coordinating with the Medical department, and leading incident investigations. A BS in OSH or related field with 5+ years in manufacturing is required; CSP is a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Occupational Safety & Health or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting.
• CSP certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with regulators.
• Proven leadership in implementing SH&E programs and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead site SH&E initiatives and drive safety performance.
• Own environmental reporting, IDEM filings and regulator compliance.
• Oversee SPCC, RCRA and ISO 14001 processes at the site.
• Drive safety culture through education, training and field initiatives.
• Collaborate with Medical on workers' comp and fitness-for-duty cases.
• Lead incident investigations and site audits; mentor leadership team.
• Ensure consistency with other Polyvantis locations and policies.
• Regularly report near-misses and incidents; drive corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory communication

Incident investigation

Auditing

Training & education

Education

B.S. in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Tools

SPCC/RCRA compliance

ISO 14001

IDEM reporting

Job description

This position leads all Safety, Health, Environmental and Security initiatives at the Mount Vernon extrusion and coating facility. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and is a critical member of the Site Leadership team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of site initiative to drive Health & Safety performance.
• Own and manage the Environmental reporting processes at the Site, including IDEM reporting against our FESOP air permit and other required regulator filings
• Manage the Site SPCC, RCRA and ISO 14001 processes.
• Own and drive implementation of Polyvantis Life Safety policies and procedures consistent with the Corporate rollout.
• Key to this role will be to driving Culture, Compliance, Education and Training. Working closely with employees at all levels on regulatory requirements, driving/implementing/improving the Safety Culture per current initiatives and/or future initiatives.
• Support Corporate Sustainability reporting and improvement efforts
• Work closely with Medical Department on various cases, including worker's comp, return to work fitness for duty.
• Lead and/or assist in incident investigations or review incidents for thoroughness.
• Lead, coach and mentor other members of the Site Leadership Team.
• Create alignment and consistency between other Polyvantis locations
• Make recommendations on Health & Safety practices.
• Regularily perform audits in the field.
• Perform applicable data mining and suggest ideas for areas of concern.
• Participate/Lead Safety and Health and efforts during Unit or Site Outage
• Ensure regular reporting of Near Misses and incidents and drive systems to ensure follow-up

Requirements

• B.S. in Occupational Safety & Health or related science or engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Certified Safety Professional preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the company as well as external regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, excellent interpersonal skills and experience implementing effective Health & Safety programs / improvements

Physical Requirements:

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Sitting, remaining in a seated position. Alternating sitting or standing at will, lifting or carrying, Pushing or pulling, reaching overhead, reaching below shoulder level, keyboarding, climbing ramps or stairs. Other office environment activities.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday - Friday during assigned hours of operation. The role is also required to be available for calls off-hours and weekends as the facility operates 24/7.

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.