Safety and Compliance Director

Vogel Holding Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Safety and Compliance Director to lead safety initiatives and ensure adherence to regulations. This senior-level position involves managing a team, conducting audits, and developing safety programs while fostering a culture of safety across all departments. The role requires travel to facilities in Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, with no overnight stays. Candidates should possess strong management and communication skills, a relevant bachelor's degree, and knowledge of safety regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company-provided Uniforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental or Safety Management required.
• 2 years of management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety and compliance programs within the company.
• Manage a team of safety professionals and conduct regular audits.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Skills

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, PADEP regulations

Technical Procedures for Safety and Environmental Issues

Report Writing Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental or Safety Management

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Presentation Software

Database Software

Job description

Careers with the Vogel Family of Businesses

Looking to advance your career? Our family of companies offer a variety of in-office and on-road positions. They provide their employees with the tools and support they need to do their best work each and every day.

Our companies offer employees the following types of benefits:

1. Full time employment plus potential overtime. Employees are paid at an hourly rate plus time and one-half for overtime hours worked.
2. Work weeks can vary from 5-8 hour days to 4-10 hour days for the employee’s regular schedule.
3. Health, Eye, Dental, Life, AD&D and short-term disability benefits after waiting period.
4. Eligible for company-provided uniforms after waiting period, if applicable.
5. Eligible for paid time off (PTO) after waiting period.
6. Eligible to participate in 401(k) and receive company contributions after waiting period.

All potential employees must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and physical if applicable prior to beginning employment and are subject to ongoing random and other drug testing as required through our policy.

Safety and Compliance Director

This position reports to the Vice President.

Description

Director of Safety and Compliance is a senior-level position responsible for overseeing all aspects of safety and compliance within the company, ensuring adherence to all relevant federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and company policies by developing and implementing safety programs, conducting regular audits and inspections, and promoting a culture of safety across all departments, while also managing a team of safety professionals and collaborating with senior management. Position will require travel to various facilities in Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. No overnight travel required. Employee will be on call 24/7. Employee will be reimbursed for mileage incurred as a result of required travel.

Responsibilities

1. Manage a team of environmental and safety professionals and third-party consultants to achieve successful completion of tasks.
2. Collaborate with operations personnel, management, insurance companies, attorneys, and government officials to avert potential fines and reduce incidents by proposing strategies and implementing best management practices and engineering controls to correct any potential compliance or safety issue and resolve litigation.
3. Evaluate new projects and confirm alignment with all local, state, and federal mandates and company goals and objectives relevant to the collection, transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal of solid waste, infectious waste, and hazardous waste.
4. Implement environmental and safety programs; and enforce EHS policies and OSHA regulations.
5. Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance.
6. Compile data and prepare reports for submission to various regulatory agencies using excellent report writing skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
7. Participate in various state and federal advisory committees to stay informed on policy initiatives affecting the company.
8. Perform similar work as required.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelors Degree in Environmental or Safety Management, or related field; 2 years of experience preferred.
2. Prior management experience is a must.
3. Possession of a valid Driver’s License and ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
4. Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, PADEP regulations, and Ohio EPA regulations.
5. Ability to conduct visual inspection of facilities and negotiate uneven and rough terrain in varying weather conditions.
6. Ability to provide information verbally, non-verbally, and in writing using language style, organization, and format appropriate to the subject matter, purpose, and audience; read English at a level necessary to examine, interpret, and apply legal, technical, and complex environmental guidelines, documents, records, and reports; speak English at a level necessary to communicate clearly and effectively; and write English at a level necessary to produce concise, accurate, and impartial reports, narratives, summaries, and recommendations.
7. Apply technical procedures used in investigating, identifying, and correcting safety, environmental and hazardous materials problems.
8. Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities, and meet critical deadlines; identify and effectively handle multiple activities and resources necessary to perform job assignments; organize, process, and evaluate data and ideas to make effective decisions and develop appropriate solutions; and use sound judgment and personal initiative to accomplish assignments.
9. Work cooperatively with others and build and maintain constructive relationships with those encountered during the course of work, including responding effectively and tactfully to hostility, confusion, or concern expressed by others; contribute to group efforts with ideas and suggestions; and understand and accept differences in attitudes toward safety/environmental problems and regulations.
10. Perform advanced functions in word processing, electronic mail/calendar, spreadsheet, presentation and database software.
11. Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner in all engagements with employees, the public, and regulatory agencies.
12. Follow instructions of supervisor.
13. Foster a harassment-free workplace and adhere to all corporate policies.

Special Requirements

1. Employee must adhere to all site safety rules and regulations. Employee will be asked to provide their own safety shoes.
2. Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

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