Safety Manager

Safety Manager Ellisville, MS, United States | req31384 Responsibilities You will build, and drive, a proactive safety culture at the plant to create an environment where employees and supervisors are engaged in working safely, and to implement, support, and manage safety programs. This position will prepare, maintain, and comply with federal, state, and local agency environmental reporting and permitting, and Corporate EHS Standards. You will advise on all EHS legislation and legal requirements. Further, you will ensure the facility maintains ongoing compliance with OSHA/EPA requirements, safety standards, wastewater treatment plant operations, air permits, and waste management practices. Serve as the interface with local, state, and federal agencies. The Safety Manager investigates injuries/illnesses, near‑misses, and environmental incidents to determine root causes, provides corrective action plans, manages and tracks injury and illness data and environmental metrics, and leads reduction in injury, illness rates, environmental impact and costs. You will develop and implement EHS programs, policies, procedures, and best‑practice techniques, implement new regulatory requirements, and provide control measures that reduce or eliminate risks to the Company. Implement and maintain an EHS Management System, and oversee and optimize EHS training programs. Additionally, you will conduct EHS assessments at the facility, identify areas for improvement, and lead corrective actions (from plant and corporate/3rd‑party audits). This position serves as Subject Matter Expert for Wastewater Treatment Plant compliance and management and outlines specific safety programs, coordinates, reviews, and updates plans such as the plant’s Emergency Plan, Hazardous Material Contingency Plan, Hazardous Waste Plan, LEI’s, Emission Plan, etc., ensuring objectives are met. Qualifications Someone with a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of management experience in an operations/manufacturing environment; equivalent education and experience will be considered. Adept at exceptional leadership, mentoring, and motivating staff, with a real passion for EHS. Ability to compile, format, and present to large groups on a frequent basis, support 24/7 shift and weekend operations. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Proficient in computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to navigate custom databases and online document‑management software, work on teams, manage multiple tasks, and interact with senior management. Preferred: knowledge/experience in industrial hygiene and/or environmental compliance. Benefits Competitive compensation Wide range of medical options suited to everyone’s needs Educational and professional development opportunities Employee discount program 401K plan Pension plan Compliance & EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. abides by applicable export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company’s export control procedures. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a U.S. person under relevant regulations. Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. acts responsibly toward its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr