Environmental Health & Safety Manager

• Develops, implements, and monitors environmental and safety programs to reduce frequency of accidents and injuries; assists in minimizing overall workers’ compensation costs.
• Plans, implements, communicates, and monitors safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal TOSHA rules and regulations.
• Audits various safety program elements of effectiveness; schedules and performs safety inspections; identifies issues and develops corrective action plans.
• Supervises, controls, and monitors fire prevention and firefighting activities.
• Investigates all accidents and injuries; recommends and/or coordinates corrective actions.

· Develops and implements safety training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction with regard to hazards unique to any job assignment; provides training for new employees.

· Maintains thorough knowledge of federal and state (TOSHA) OSHA regulations and web sites; maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety codes and regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company.

• Reviews and responds to TOSHA inquiries.
• Identifies potential environmental and safety hazards at the facility; reports hazards and recommendations for eliminating/reducing to management.
• Coordinates with other departments on design and construction of new equipment, facilities, and work methods to ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.

· Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedules or coordinates repairs as soon as possible.

· Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, immediately.

• Maintains records for statistical measurement and conformance to standard practices of the safety industry.
• Prepares and maintains required safety reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum of five to ten years related experience; bachelor’s degree in management or related field.

preferred.

· Knowledge of TOSHA/OSHA regulations and compliance standards.

· Commitment to excellence and high standards

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Ability to work with all levels of management.

· Proven leadership and business acumen skills

· Strong people skills.

· Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.

· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

· Proficient in Microsoft applications

· Ability to manage priorities and workflow.

· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing

priorities with enthusiasm.

· Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

· Ability to understand all safety requirements and cautions.

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

· Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies.

· Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used.

in the workplace.

· Bilingual skills a plus.

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Cost Consciousness--Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Ethics--Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.