About this role
Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000
The HSE Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s Health, Safety, and Environmental programs. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. It drives continuous improvement initiatives, and fosters a strong safety culture, zero-accident mindset in the organization.
Essential Function:
Ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.Maintains all required permits, records, and reporting in a timely manner.Lead Audits (Internal & External) and respond to non-conformances identified.Develop, implement, and manage HSE policies, procedures, and standards.Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analysis, and change management.Communicates and ensures awareness of any hazards in workplace with all employees.Lead incident investigation and root cause analysis.Coordinate and deliver HSE training for employees and contractors.Contractor Management.Ensure continuous education regarding safety practices.Drive programs that build a proactive safety culture.Lead Safety Team Committee Meetings.Track, analyze, and report monthly on safety & sustainability metrics.Lead Emergency Response planning and drills.Support / ensure emergency equipment is maintained.Maintains confidentiality regarding workplace injuries/accidents.Key contact for Insurance Company and employees on Workers Compensation cases.Schedules annual audio testing, tracks, and reports as needed any recordablesResponsible for HSE supply and inventory.Monitor and manage environmental aspectsEnsure compliance with waste handling, storage, and disposal.HSE Visual Sign Management through facilities.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to apply influence at all levels of the organizationKnowledge of safety & environmental regulations and standardsLeadership presence of plant floorAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyActive listener, coach mentality, able to constructively challenge
Bachelor's degree in environmental science / HSE Certifications Required.5-7 years' experience with health & safety and environmental management systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001).Demonstrated experience leading HSE programs or teams.
What We Offer:
Competitive compensation packagesPaid Time Off (starts at 17 days a year)Medical, Dental, VisionGenerous 401k matchEducation tuition reimbursement programOpportunities for AdvancementComprehensive Training Program and access to Online LearningHours:
This is a full-time position with hours starting at 8:00am and ending at 4:30pm, M-F (40 hours/week).The position requires travel / support to both of our Oetker NY locations (Lancaster & Batavia).