H&S Manager

Strategic Materials; Chicago Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco is seeking an H&S Manager for the Chicago Ridge region to lead EH&S policy implementation and continuous improvement across multiple sites in GR NAM. The role requires coaching safety professionals and driving engagement to achieve injury-free work sites.

The candidate will communicate progress to leadership, manage regulatory compliance, and develop comprehensive training programs, with 50% travel within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or equivalent plus 10+ years of related experience.
• Experience leading multi-site safety compliance programs in manufacturing environments.
• Certified Health & Safety professional training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of EH&S policies and processes.
• Direct new corporate policies and standards at all sites.
• Communicate EH&S progress and issues to leadership and sites.
• Track and report EH&S metrics to GR NAM leadership.
• Develop and oversee a comprehensive plant safety training program.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Hazard assessment

Inter-site coordination

Training & development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety

Job description

H&S Manager – Location: Chicago Ridge

Job Description

As Regional Manager, Environmental Health & Safety, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership for the implementation, enforcement, and continuous improvement of Sibelco’s GR NAM environmental, health, and safety policies and processes.
• Plan, direct, and implement new corporate policies, procedures, and standards at all sites.
• Communicate EH&S progress, status, and issues to the entire organization; proactively build awareness of EH&S at Sibelco’s GR NAM locations through continuous communication strategies.
• Track, administer, and report the proper EH&S metrics and measurements to Sibelco’s GR NAM leadership.
• Actively seek improved EH&S practices through benchmarking and active participation in EH&S related seminars and organization.
• Develop and implement programs to achieve injury-free work sites.
• Drive accountability among all functions to eliminate accidents and injuries; manage programs to achieve a high degree of engagement and ownership at the employee level.
• Develop and execute initiatives designed to identify, evaluate, prevent, and control environmental, health, and safety hazards at the site.
• Implement and maintain industrial hygiene programs and standards at all Sibelco’s GR NAM sites.
• Develop and oversee execution of a comprehensive plant safety training program.
• Develop and oversee safety rewards and recognition programs.
• Develop and oversee a contractor safety program to ensure proper EH&S practices by contractors.
• Ensure compliance with conservation / environmental protection regulations at all Sibelco’s GR NAM sites.
• Act as the primary interface with regulatory agencies on EH&S matters.
• Conduct and document thorough accident, incident, and “near-miss” investigations, and provide recommendations for process, procedure or equipment improvements to reduce risk.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA and other related regulatory requirements for documentation and reporting; conduct or oversee routine audits for all sites related to EH&S activities.
• Administer all required emergency evacuation drills for headquarters staff; ensure processes are in place for similar drills at all locations.
• Develop and oversee an annual calendar for all required OSHA safety training.
• Provide direction and guidance to Safety Leads across all Sibelco’s GR NAM locations; participate in the selection and performance management of these individuals.
• Coach and mentor safety professionals and other key staff to achieve professional growth and improved business performance.
• Provide leadership and direction for cross-functional safety committees at each site.
• Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.

Travel: 50% within the region.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, or a related area, at an accredited 4-year college or university, or a minimum of 10 years of related professional and industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and local HSE regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and CDC.
• BS or BA degree in safety engineering, environmental or industrial hygiene or comparable field; or the equivalent knowledge and experience.
• 10+ years of leading a multi-site environmental and safety compliance program, in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in recognizing, evaluating, and recommending controls for workplace hazards.
• Experience in establishing EHS policies, practices and processes to drive world-class safety performance.
• Certified training in Health & Safety profession.

Employee Type

Permanent.

EEO Statement

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.