HSE Associate Manager: Risk, Compliance & Improvement

Bayer; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Domestic relocation assistance

Job summary

Bayer is hiring an Associate Manager, Health, Safety & Environment to partner with site and operations leaders across North America Crop Science locations. The role focuses on integrating HSE into daily management, capital investments, and continuous improvement, while guiding 10–15 sites with practical leadership and compliance across manufacturing, processing, and research operations operating 24/7.

The position requires a strong background in OSHA/EPA regulations, a relevant degree, and 50%

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in an Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene or Safety management, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively increasing responsibility in Health, Safety & Environment leadership roles, or a master’s degree with six years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise interpreting OSHA, EPA, and state regulatory requirements.
• Valid U.S. Driver's license; Bayer provided vehicle.
• Domestic Travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Site Leaders to integrate HSE into business decisions and management systems.
• Support 10-15 Crop Science locations with practical, risk-based HSE leadership.
• Develop HSE capability through coaching and structured development.
• Foster ownership and continuous improvement to identify and manage risks.
• Lead regional HSE improvement efforts and share best practices.
• Act as a change leader promoting collaboration and learning across sites.
• Lead investigations to identify systemic causes and ensure corrective actions.
• Assess operational risks via audits, field engagement, and performance reviews.
• Provide environmental compliance expertise including permitting, waste management, and reporting.

Skills

HSE leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Change leadership

Coaching

Education

B.A./B.S. in HSE or Safety

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Bayer is hiring an Associate Manager, Health, Safety & Environment to partner with site and operations leaders across North America Crop Science locations. The role focuses on integrating HSE into daily management, capital investments, and continuous improvement, while guiding 10–15 sites with practical leadership and compliance across manufacturing, processing, and research operations operating 24/7.

The position requires a strong background in OSHA/EPA regulations, a relevant degree, and 50%