Environmental and Safety Manager

Novolex Corporate•Brookshire, TX

About The Position

How You'll Perform the Role: Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards. Develop, implement and ensure all corporate and plant safety policies and procedures are being followed and are up to date. Maintain total compliance with all OSHA and EPA regulations. Administer safety training updates for shipping/receiving employees, ensuring all lift and clamp truck safety rules are communicated and understood. Work with Corporate EHS Manager on plant safety and environmental issues. Perform and document required Mobile Inspections. Conduct required training and new employee orientation. Follow all Food Contact Packaging Safety requirements as outline in the SQF Quality Manual and GMP's. Liaison for government agencies and emergency responders. Lead efforts, projects, and cross-functional compliance teams in the direction of continuously improving work environment that is safe and environmentally friendly.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required
Experience on Quality, Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field is required.
Must be bilingual, fluent conversation English and Spanish
Must be computer literate.
Must have intimate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Reading, writing and basic math skills.
Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA)

Nice To Haves

Three years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures.
Take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards.
Develop, implement and ensure all corporate and plant safety policies and procedures are being followed and are up to date.
Maintain total compliance with all OSHA and EPA regulations.
Administer safety training updates for shipping/receiving employees, ensuring all lift and clamp truck safety rules are communicated and understood.
Work with Corporate EHS Manager on plant safety and environmental issues.
Perform and document required Mobile Inspections.
Conduct required training and new employee orientation.
Follow all Food Contact Packaging Safety requirements as outline in the SQF Quality Manual and GMP's.
Liaison for government agencies and emergency responders.
Lead efforts, projects, and cross-functional compliance teams in the direction of continuously improving work environment that is safe and environmentally friendly.