SHE&S Manager

Job Description

Job Description

If you're looking for a collaborative work environment with an established organization that also offers great employee benefits and career advancement opportunities, then we invite you to consider applying for a position with SURTECO. 

SURTECO specializes in the production and sale of laminates, foils and vinyl-coated fabrics. Our technologies, products and services deliver distinctive performance features, thus helping to support our Customers’ reputations for trusted brands around the globe and in a wide variety of markets.

We are seeking  an individual who is passionate about joining a team in the manufacturing of high quality laminates and films used in a variety of applications including on cabinetry in kitchen and bath applications, countertops and paneling in recreational vehicles and in the enhancement of interior retail spaces.

The Safety Health Environmental and Security (SHE&S) Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating EHS components for personnel, materials, equipment, and environment to achieve environmental and safety effectiveness for the company. This position reports to the Plant Manager. This individual will lead progressive safety and environmental programs at the SURTECO Auburn facility.  

Direct Reports: SHE&S Specialist 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Leads a safety team which includes the SHE&S Specialist 

• Complete yearly performance reviews with regular check-ins throughout the year.  

• Manage PTO requests, time, attendance, etc. for the safety team. 

• Assists HR in conflict resolution and disciplinary actions as necessary.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and maintain environmental and safety management programs to assure compliance with 

all safety, health and environmental permits, laws, regulations, and company policy.   

• Preparation of required federal, state, and local reporting for the plant. Reports may include 

Title V air emission inventories, compliance certifications, annual waste, NPDES and POTW, Tier 

II and TRI reports, etc.   

• Partner with regional and global SHE&S leaders to assure compliance with environmental 

permits and standards.   

• Maintain interactive and positive relationships with local regulatory agencies.   

• Perform audits and inspections of plant operations and programs to ensure compliance with 

standards applicable to the plant (Environmental, Safety/PSM, Responsible Care, ISO 9001, 

TSCA, RMP, etc.), and to ensure safe operations; provide plant leadership and guidance in these 

areas.   

• Manage the development and maintenance of programs and/or processes that assure 

conformance with SURTECO Safety Standards and Environmental Management Standards.   

• Prepare periodic safety and environmental reporting documents as required, including OSHA, 

EPA, other safety, and health records and all SURTECO required safety, health, environmental 

and security reporting.   

• Lead or participate in incident investigations as needed and track corrective actions.  Risk rank 

and track all SHE&S corrective/preventive actions.   

• Schedule and conduct required safety, health, environmental and security training.   

• Manage the facility workers’ compensation claims in collaboration with the HR department.   

• Be an integral part of the plant leadership team which requires the individual to: develop SHE&S 

annual operating and strategic plans; coordinate and interact with other department 

managers; and serve as facilitator for the site central safety committee.  

• Manage and develop on-site SHE&S team members   

• Responsible for developing, executing, and sustaining the site SHE&S plan  

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. 

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. 

• Must be knowledgeable in the following areas: OSHA, Workers’ Compensation, CAA, CWA, 

RCRA, TSCA, SARA, CWA, RCRA, TSCA, and DOT rules and regulations, Microsoft computer 

applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database), technical/program writing, training 

and presentations skills, project management.   

• Must be watchful and highly vigilant, maintaining high ethical standards. Have the ability to: 

work collaboratively in a small group setting, deal tactfully with people, negotiate to maximize 

the benefits to the organization, make oneself understood by others, listen to suggestions of 

others, be able to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization and develop 

personal credibility.   

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Public Health, Environmental Science, or related field required. 

• Candidates with professional certification (CSP, CIH, etc.) a plus.  

• At least 5 years of safety, health, and environmental experience preferred  

• At least 5 years of manufacturing industry with EHS regulatory knowledge. 

Physical Requirements:  

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds as needed.  

• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.  

• Frequently positions self to use/maintain personal protective equipment. 

• Comfortable with working in a manufacturing environment alongside machines, equipment, etc. 

Travel Requirements:  

Time spent away from home or typical office location. 

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Company Statement: 

SURTECO North America is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing equal access to 

employment. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all applicants to apply. In addition, the 

health and safety of those who contribute to business development is a priority. Open dialog with our 

employees is a matter of course, and the further development of their knowledge is a special concern. 

We enable them to find the right balance between personal and professional life.