Description

SUMMARY:

The Safety (EHS) Manager will be responsible for effectively managing all Safety, Health and Environmental (SH&E) activities for the entire facility and will drive improvement through utilization of the key principles of the Continuous Improvement Program, SMART (Streamlined Manufacturing Activities to Reduce Time and Cost). Position requires a person that can facilitate and drive results through leveraging strong interpersonal skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Below is a general overview of the key responsibilities:

Environmental, Health, Safety and Security Management

Manage programs that assure compliance with all federal, state and local SH&E regulations.
Partner with HR and Ops on the development and maintenance of programs, processes and procedures that assure compliance with SIFCOs safety standards.
Be an integral part of the plant leadership team which requires coordination and interaction with other department managers.
Partner with departments to drive safety projects to completion.
Take a hands-on approach to minimize hazards utilizing the Hierarchy of Controls.
Drive the safety-first culture and engage all employees.
Serve as site champion for the plant safety committee. Works with supervisors and team leads to empower safety knowledge, discipline and compliance throughout the facility.
Lead incident investigations as needed and track corrective actions.
Minimize use of SH&E contractors and manage activities to ensure compliance.
Position the facilities for long-term success which includes contributing to the development of facility SH&E annual operating and strategic plans.
Manage all Property Protection systems and ensure regularly scheduled/required testing is completed annually, as well as manage and interact with annual Property Insurance inspectors.
Conduct required environmental, health and safety training for management and hourly employees.
Participate in the review of projects as required for compliance to SH&E standards. Manage Process Hazard Analysis.
Prepare periodic internal and external safety and environmental reporting documents as required.

All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role does not have direct supervision responsibility but will need to manage resources through facilitation and project and program management.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in engineering or equivalent experience in heavy manufacturing/ forging; Masters degree in engineering, operations management or business desirable
5+ years safety management experience in a manufacturing setting
Training in and previous experience utilizing LEAN, Six Sigma and Theories of Constraints tools and methodologies

Advanced problem solving, facilitation and project management skills

Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP

Experience with Program Management in manufacturing environment

Highly motivated, self-directed, creative, innovative and people oriented
Demonstrated focus on program schedule commitments / cost awareness
Experience in a union environment is a plus
Awareness of various quality systems and compliance is a plus
Maintenance / Facilities management experience desired

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions form groups, of mangers, clients, customers and the general public.

MATHMATECAL SKILLS

Ability to apply advancement mathematical concepts such an exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

PE license, CQE, CSP or CHMM certifications desirable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision ability required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We believe a workforce with diverse backgrounds, skills and experiences helps us reach our goals and realize our full potential. We may have different ways of approaching problems, but we solve them together with a focus on our Core Values of Integrity, Responsiveness, Respect and Passion.

SIFCO has a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a generous match.

If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability, please email Applications@sifco.com.

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