Manager, Health & Safety

Sunstar•Schaumburg, IL

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

Directs the development and implementation of programs intended to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths and financial losses. Duties include identifying and appraising conditions that could produce accidents and financial losses and evaluating the potential extent of injuries resulting from accidents and developing accident-prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies of the organization. Compiles analyzes and interprets statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents and prepares reports.

Requirements

Associates Degree and/or 7 years of experience working in safety in a manufacturing environment.
7-10 years as a Health & Safety Environmental Manager
Extensive knowledge of OSHA requirements
CSP certification or GPS designee is necessary
Experience in a 24/7 environment is a preferred
Experience with multi-site facilities preferred but not required
Experience working with governmental and regulatory agencies
Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel
Occupation safety skills and training
Training, Development and implementation of Health and Safety related programs
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a 24/7 environment
Experience with multi-site facilities
Experience with ISO14001 and ISO18001 are preferred

Responsibilities

Partners with finance group regarding risk management activities including, but not limited to, periodic walk-thru with external carrier representatives, company representatives, and others as required for safety and facility risk management activities
Develop and implement responses for risk management mitigation requirements related to compliance and risk reduction efforts as needed
Responsible for safety systems within the facility including: fire alarms, sprinkler systems, evacuation alarms/annunciators and similar types of equipment. Conducts periodic inspections and tests of the equipment as required. Coordinates service and certification needs on this equipment. Partners with facility maintenance as required.
Conduct periodic facility inspections and provide written results and recommendations, as necessary, to management
Maintain all Health and Safety internal and external documents and records, as required
Develop, establish, and maintain appropriate communication methods to ensure all employees are adequately informed of current and/or important Health and Safety issues
Assist managers with documenting Health and Safety related standard operating procedures
Develop and conduct training programs for both employees and management relating to potential safety and health hazards, applicable regulatory requirements, and general occupational safety of the organization
Develop, establish and maintain new employee orientation program and conduct initial training for new & temporary employees, contractors and visitors
Develop, establish and maintain specific safety programs including, but not limited to, hazardous communication, lockout/tagout, forklift, PPE, confined space, fall protection, machine guarding, fire and emergency evacuations
Oversee the investigation of all workplace incidents (first aid cases, near misses, recordable injuries, and loss time injuries). Work with responsible person(s) to determine root cause and necessary corrective actions
Track and follow-up on incident corrective action implementation and effectiveness with the third-party insurance carrier
Establish and monitor appropriate metrics and publish periodic results for both management review and employee information.
Provide written recommendations to management regarding potential and existing compliance issues, as necessary
Stay abreast of current OSHA Laws and Regulations to ensure the company is compliant to all federal, state, and local regulations and requirements
Work closely with EMS representative to stay current with all EPA Laws and Regulations to ensure the company is compliant to all federal, state, and local regulations and requirements
Support Human Resources on reporting and managing Workers Compensation claims with third-party insurance carrier
Purchase safety related items, such as first aid and safety training materials
Main liaison with governmental and regulatory agencies, such as fire departments and rescue teams to assure information exchanged and mutual assistance and participates in activities of related professional organizations.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Employee discount on Sunstar products
401K retirement plan with employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
Competitive bonus
On-site café
On Site Fitness Center
Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
Holiday Lunches
Beautifully maintained walking trails
Hybrid Schedule (certain departments)
Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
Recognition and Rewards Programs
Anniversary, Birthday and New Hire Announcements