Environment, Health and Safety Manager - Hayward, United States - ABC Technologies Inc Defunct

Description

The Manager of HS&E in the plant, is to ensure the well-being of employees, protect the environment, and

safeguard the company against legal and reputational risks. Their responsibilities typically include

developing and implementing safety protocols, monitoring compliance with regulations, investigating

incidents, providing employee training, and promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

Ultimately, the manager aims to create a workplace where employees can perform their duties safely,

minimize environmental impact, and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Given the sensitive nature of HS&E information, maintaining confidentiality of all information is crucial. This

role must adhere to strict ethical standards and ensure the security of our company and employee data.

Job Responsibilities

Developing and Implementing Safety Protocols: developing and implementing safety protocols

and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. This includes conducting

risk assessments, creating safety training programs, and establishing emergency response plans.

Monitoring Compliance: ensure that the plant complies with all relevant health, safety, and

environmental regulations and standards set by local, national, and international authorities. This

involves staying up to date with changing regulations and conducting regular audits to assess

compliance.

Incident Investigation and Prevention: If accidents or incidents occur, the HS&E manager leads

investigations to determine the root causes and develops measures to prevent similar incidents in

the future. This may involve analyzing data, conducting interviews, and implementing corrective

actions.

Workers Compensation Claims: File workers compensation claim, coordinate information with

claims adjustors and brokers, monitor employee treatment progress, and evaluate ability to offer

modified duty and return to work process.

Employee Training and Education: provides ongoing training and education to employees on

safety procedures, environmental awareness, and regulatory compliance. They may also conduct

drills and simulations to ensure readiness for emergencies.

Environmental Management: oversee environmental management initiatives, including waste

management, pollution prevention, and sustainable practices. This may involve implementing

recycling programs, reducing energy consumption, and ensuring proper disposal of hazardous

materials.

Managing Safety Data Sheets (SDS): Safety Data Sheets provide information on the properties of

chemicals and how they affect health and safety in the workplace. The manager would ensure that

SDSs are readily available for all chemicals used in the manufacturing process and that employees

are trained on handling hazardous materials safely.

Collaboration with Stakeholders: collaborates with internal stakeholders such as operations,

maintenance, and human resources departments to ensure a coordinated approach to health, safety,

and environmental management. They may also engage with external stakeholders such as

regulatory agencies, community groups, and suppliers.

Supplier and Contractor Safety: Ensuring that suppliers and contractors comply with safety and

environmental standards when working on-site is crucial for maintaining a safe work environment.

The manager would adhere to corporate policies for supplier and contractor safety and conduct

audits to ensure compliance.

Continuous Improvement: continually evaluates processes and procedures to identify areas for

improvement in safety performance, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. Responsible

for conducting continual hazard and risk assessments, identifying, and implementing appropriate

control measures, and fostering a proactive approach to safety management in the plant. This helps

to minimize the likelihood of incidents and injuries, protect the well-being of employees, and ensure

regulatory compliance.

Metrics and Reporting: supports corporate HS&E targets and plant Key Performance Indicators

(KPIs) by aligning local initiatives with broader organizational goals, implementing processes and

new initiatives. By doing so we can ensure compliance, promoting a culture of safety, and driving

continuous improvement.