On-Site Health & Safety Leader for Plant Operations

Imerys; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

401K match

Job summary

Imerys is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to lead safety programs at the Lompoc, CA facility. Based on-site, you will oversee industrial hygiene, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance while coordinating training and audits.

The role reports to the EHS Director-USA & Canada and includes supervision of two direct reports. You will collaborate with operations and maintenance to identify hazards, analyze exposure data, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, Safety or related field is required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Safety and Health roles in mining, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Professional licenses (CSP, CIH, CHMM) are beneficial but not required.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety programs for the Lompoc operation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee Industrial Hygiene and Safety programs, audits, and training.
• Maintain field presence to identify hazards and reinforce safe work practices.
• Prepare and submit safety and environmental reports and permits on time.
• Coordinate training mandated by MSHA, OSHA, and state/local agencies.
• Support contractor safety management and onboarding processes.
• Manage workers compensation processes and liaison with regulatory bodies.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in EHS or related field

Job description

Imerys is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to lead safety programs at the Lompoc, CA facility. Based on-site, you will oversee industrial hygiene, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance while coordinating training and audits.

The role reports to the EHS Director-USA & Canada and includes supervision of two direct reports. You will collaborate with operations and maintenance to identify hazards, analyze exposure data, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.