Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager (EHS)

Hood Industries, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives at their Beaumont facility. This pivotal role involves managing compliance programs, overseeing safety training, and conducting audits to ensure a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a solid background in safety management. Join a forward-thinking company that values integrity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're passionate about workplace safety and compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in health and safety management, preferably in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and compliance reporting.
• Strong ability to coordinate safety training and audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage health and safety programs and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate safety training and lead incident investigations.
• Conduct facility safety audits and mitigate operational risks.

Skills

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of OSHA Regulations

Decision-Making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Health & Safety

Associate Degree

Professional Certification (ASP, CSP)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Hood Plywood, a division of Hood Industries, Inc., is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Manager for our Beaumont, MS facility. The ideal candidate would provide guidance and direction to plant management and employees in all aspects of safety and environmental compliance. This position would plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate all site safety and environmental compliance activities. They would be expected to manage required training, recordkeeping, administrative processes, and regulatory and compliance guidelines. This position reports to the Plant Manager.

Position Description:

• Manages corporate and division health and safety programs at the facility.
• Oversees the development and implementation of safety and environmental programs to ensure compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies (OSHA, MDEQ).
• Coordinates and delivers safety training to managers, employees, and contractors.
• Leads incident investigations and manages worker’s compensation administration and claims.
• Initiates facility safety audits, identifies potential hazards in the operation, and takes appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
• Knowledge and experience with regulatory guidelines, reporting, and recordkeeping.

What you bring to the team:

• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must have knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must have the ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• High level of integrity and strong work ethic.

Required skills/experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, health & safety, Industrial Safety, or a related field is preferred; associate degree is required.
• Professional certification (ASP, CSP, or others) is desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment where 3 of those years were as Manager of a Safety department.

Additional Information:

Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, flexible spending account, life, 401k, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer