Safety Manager

Position Purpose

The EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) Manager will provide leadership and support for the EHS programs at JCB North America Headquarters. The EHS Manager develops, implements, supports, and administers site safety programs ensuring the plant complies with applicable health and safety corporate initiatives, laws, regulations, and to achieve an injury-free work environment.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Ensures compliance with OSHA requirements and JCB's health and safety program requirements.
• Serves as lead for specific safety programs to implement and sustain requirements and training.
• Integrates continuous improvements in safety systems and helps drive employee engagement to achieve desired results.
• Collaborates with JCB employees to identify and implement improvements driving overall reduction in hazards through the use of programs such as Safe Work Observations, Hazard Recognition and Ergonomic Evaluations.
• Conduct EHS related inspections and audits, generate reports and communicate findings.
• Provide day-to-day technical safety and health advice and consultation to employees and contractors.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with all levels of management, peers, and employees.
• Work closely with all department managers and employees to drive, build and sustain a healthy safety culture.
• Work and communicate with injured employees, medical professionals, claims staff and others to obtain the necessary information to ensure best interest of employees and the company are met.
• Manage the development, implementation, and delivery of EHS related training programs, including new hire and refresher training for all employees as needed.
• Serve as incident commander during fire and/or medical emergency responses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental or Safety related field or equivalent.
• 5-7+ years EHS related experience in general industry manufacturing environments with direct exposure to environmental and/or health and safety field.
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety.
• 5 years' experience in manufacturing operations.
• Environmental certifications.
• Advanced knowledge of fire protections systems.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
• Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Job Conditions

Manufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

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:

• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pm.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.