Description

A leading national chemical manufacturing company is looking to appoint a Health & Safety Manager to join their EHS team and help support operations at their largest site in the Richmond VA area.

Leading a team of direct reports, the Safety Manager will be responsible for developing and managing safety programs, leading safety compliance, fostering a healthy safety culture, and assisting with all training at the plant level.

The Role: 

• Drive a culture of safety across the plant to reduce injuries and accidents.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Promote continuous improvement efforts in the safety function, integrate tactical and strategic safety planning.
• Support development of safety training materials and programs for all teammates
• Coordinate resources and contribute to the 14001 process.
• Ensure compliance with local and federal regulatory agencies.
• Prepare written Emergency Response Plan and execute necessary procedures.

The Candidate 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related technical field. 
• 10+ years’ safety experience within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership/people management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA compliance and Workers Compensation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.