Health and Safety Manager

Health And Safety ManagerUnder the direct supervision of the Environmental, Safety, Health, Affairs Manager, the position is responsible for the Security, Health & Safety of employees, contractors, vendors and visitors while on Clariant Louisville property. Support, assist, guide and direct compliance with Clariant Health, and Safety guidelines, procedures and expectations which include adherence to all applicable federal, state and local regulations to ensure Clariant maintains safe and work practices, processes and surroundings.Position Description:Support the manufacturing management in driving continuous improvementEnsure Safety standards are being met through personal accountability, participation and effective systemsEstablish clear, audience appropriate safety procedures covering both employees and contractorsSupport ESHA manager in providing safety expertise to the site including daily site toursConfirm safety reviews (audits) of policies and procedures, provide feedback for shared learning. Create and verify completion of corrective action lists.Ensure facility has the ability to respond to any possible emergencyEnsure and facilitate investigation of incidents and sharing of lessons learnedDevelop dynamic Safety training – both Face to Face and Computer BasedProactively evaluate legislative changes and assess impact to the plant operationsConduct Plant Hazard Analysis on topics such as (but not limited to): Testing work areas for Noise, Toxic, and/or other hazards; Arc Flash; PPE; Machine specific LOTO.Ensure detailed Incident Investigation with focus on Root Cause Analysis and Prevention occurs in a timely manner.Facilitate and implement, with the assistance of plant management, SHS policies and procedures and provide support and guidance in implementing these policies and procedures.Ensure federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes and rules are observed.Primarily responsible for security and safety of employees, contractors, vendors and visitors while on Clariant property.Assist in Security and Safety audits and projects at other Clariant facilities as needed.Track goals and leading safety metrics, report data to management.Ensure proper OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements are satisfied.Assist in the administering of the PSM/RMP Program.Schedule and perform regular and random plant security and safety audits, including during the off-shifts.Position Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Safety or Industrial Hygiene strongly preferred; related degrees in a science or engineering field also considered; 10+ years of related experience or a combination of education and experience also consideredSkilled in SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPointKnowledge of Safety and Loss Prevention programs required, knowledge of same within the Chemical industry strongly preferredThorough knowledge and application of the EPA, OSHA, and Kentucky regulations. DOT a plusExperience creating and implementing process hazard analyses considered a plusExcellent safety record with a demonstrated ability to approach safety issues proactively.Demonstrated team leadershipExcellent mechanical and spatial aptitude with the ability to learn and apply root cause analyses, lean and six sigma methodologies within an industrial manufacturing environment.Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.5+ to 7 years experience Minimum Education - Bachelor's DegreeAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.