Environmental Safety & Training Manager

Agru America Inc • SC

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About The Position

Agru America, Inc., is a global corporation which has been manufacturing plastics for over 70 years. Since 1988, Georgetown, South Carolina-based Agru America, Inc. has been the world’s leading manufacturer of plastics and geosynthetics. We are growing our team and are looking for motivated individuals. The Environmental Safety & Training Manager responsibility is to lead our company's efforts in maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote sustainable practices across our organization. This position assesses company-wide needs to drive training initiatives and identifies and arranges suitable training solutions for employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in EHS management within a manufacturing, industrial, or corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and analyze complex safety data.
• Certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develops training programs and objectives.
• Trains and coaches managers, supervisors and others involved in employee development efforts.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, analyze root causes, and develop strategies to prevent recurrence.
• Provide training and education to employees on safety protocols, environmental policies, and emergency response procedures.
• Collaborate with various departments to integrate safety and environmental considerations into operational processes.
• Stay current with evolving regulations, industry standards, and best practices related to environmental health and safety.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with BCBS.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Group Life Insurance with Principal.
• Supplemental policies with Aflac and Legal/ID Shield (voluntary, premiums paid 100% by the employee).
• Vacation accrual at a rate of 1.54 hours per week after 90 days of employment.
• 401k plan offered thru John Hancock after 90 days of employment.
• Free Virtual Doctor appointments with Ally Health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees