SHE Manager

POLYVANTIS GmbH; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits & 401k contributions

Paid holidays & vacation

Collaborative culture

Well-being programs

Job summary

POLYVANTIS is seeking a seasoned EHS leader for the Mount Vernon extrusion and coating facility in Indiana. You will drive Health, Safety, Environmental and Security initiatives, reporting to the Plant Manager and partnering with site leadership to sustain top-tier safety performance.

Role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, BS in Safety/Health or related field, and strong communication with internal teams and regulatory agencies. CSP preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Occupational Safety & Health or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Certified Safety Professional is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of site Health & Safety initiatives.
• Own Environmental reporting at the site, including IDEM and regulator filings.
• Manage SPCC, RCRA and ISO 14001 processes at the site.
• Drive safety culture, education and training across the site.
• Lead incident investigations and support corporate sustainability efforts.
• Collaborate with Medical Department on workers’ comp and fitness for duty.
• Mentor Site Leadership Team and ensure alignment with other Polyvantis locations.
• Perform regular field audits and data mining to identify areas of concern.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Job description

POLYVANTIS is a global, multi-material leader with some of the most iconic brands in the industry, including PLEXIGLAS and ACRYLITE for polymethylmethacrylate semi-finished products, and LEXAN for polycarbonate sheets and films.

With approximately 1,500 employees and 15 production sites worldwide, we combine global scale with deep application expertise. We serve customers across air and rail, automotive, building and construction, electrical and electronics, healthcare, security, lighting, and signage markets—delivering innovative sheet, film, and profile solutions that enable performance, safety, and design excellence.

Position Overview

This position leads all Safety, Health, Environmental and Security initiatives at the Mount Vernon extrusion and coating facility. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and is a critical member of the Site Leadership team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of site initiative to drive Health & Safety performance.
• Own and manage the Environmental reporting processes at the Site, including IDEM reporting against our FESOP air permit and other required regulator filings
• Manage the Site SPCC, RCRA and ISO 14001 processes.
• Own and drive implementation of Polyvantis Life Safety policies and procedures consistent with the Corporate rollout.
• Key to this role will be to driving Culture, Compliance, Education and Training. Working closely with employees at all levels on regulatory requirements, driving/implementing/improving the Safety Culture per current initiatives and/or future initiatives.
• Support Corporate Sustainability reporting and improvement efforts
• Work closely with Medical Department on various cases, including worker’s comp, return to work fitness for duty.
• Lead and/or assist in incident investigations or review incidents for thoroughness.
• Lead, coach and mentor other members of the Site Leadership Team.
• Create alignment and consistency between other Polyvantis locations
• Make recommendations on Health & Safety practices.
• Regularily perform audits in the field.
• Perform applicable data mining and suggest ideas for areas of concern.
• Participate/Lead Safety and Health and efforts during Unit or Site Outage
• Ensure regular reporting of Near Misses and incidents and drive systems to ensure follow-up

Requirements

• B.S. in Occupational Safety & Health or related science or engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Certified Safety Professional preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the company as well as external regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, excellent interpersonal skills and experience implementing effective Health & Safety programs / improvements

Physical Requirements:

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Sitting, remaining in a seated position. Alternating sitting or standing at will, lifting or carrying, Pushing or pulling, reaching overhead, reaching below shoulder level, keyboarding, climbing ramps or stairs. Other office environment activities.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday – Friday during assigned hours of operation. The role is also required to be available for calls off-hours and weekends as the facility operates 24/7.

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.

WHAT WE OFFER

We listen: Your ideas along our corporate values of creativity, openness, responsibility and entrepreneurial spirit are important to us.

• Coverage:Full benefits and 401k employer contributions
• Work-life-balance:Paid holidays, vacation and generous sick time off
• Culture:A collaborative environment where employee feedback is valued and actively shapes how we work
• Well-being:Programs and resources that support your physical, mental and financial well-being

...and much more. You can find an overview of ourbenefits on our careers page.

You don't meet all the requirements? No problem - for us, it's not just about certificates, professional qualifications and previous experience, but also about personal development potential.

POLYVANTIS seeks the best candidates, and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.