Occupational Safety & Environmental Risk Leader

KDC-Columbus•Groveport, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Make an immediate impact Drive compliance, reduce risk, and elevate culture across safety, environmental stewardship, and site security. If you thrive on building systems that work and coaching teams to own them, this role is for you. Core responsibilities Own environmental, health, safety, and security programs compliant with federal, state, and local requirements. Create role-specific EH&S training curricula; deliver training where credentialed and coordinate external providers as needed. Execute site inspections and comprehensive audit programs that identify hazards, report findings, and track closure. Partner with management to design corrective actions and report gaps in execution. Implement safety hazard assessments; assign four-point risk ratings for each position; audit to ensure compliance with risk controls. Establish incident and near-miss reporting; lead investigations and corrective action planning. Coordinate safety orientation and on-the-job training for temporary workers and external contractors; ensure records are current. Lead site security practices (e.g., clear bag policy, random checks) and maintain relationships with external security agencies. Act as HAZMAT and DOT compliance specialist for hazardous waste transport and disposal; audit program performance. Develop and distribute safety and HR metrics; recommend improvements to strengthen safety and HR performance. Promote a safety-first culture through targeted initiatives and an incentive program that rewards outcomes. Manage the safety budget, control spend, and approve invoices. Recruit, train, coach, and manage team members; set goals and deliver performance feedback. Complete performance evaluations; prepare budget inputs; write and maintain SOPs and Work Instructions; submit BWC, OSHA, and other government reports. Maintain confidentiality of injury records, audit results, complaints, and sensitive information. Demonstrate reliable attendance; support off-shifts as business needs require; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field.
7+ years leading safety at a manufacturing site; background in pharmaceutical, beauty/personal care, or food manufacturing strongly preferred.
1–3 years of people-leadership experience.
Knowledge: Microsoft Office Suite; FDA Good Manufacturing Practices; OSHA Safety Requirements.
Skills: problem-solving; prioritization and deadline management; coaching and talent development; instructional design and facilitation; culture building.
Abilities: manage competing priorities; resolve ambiguous situations; adapt to change; foster strong working relationships; lead high-performing teams; design processes and workflows; maintain detail orientation; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; present to groups; stay organized and fast-paced under tight timelines; multitask; follow written and verbal instructions including SOPs; work independently and as part of a team; operate a computer; use required PPE in the facility.
Proficiency FDA Regulations

Nice To Haves

MSP, ASP, or CSP certification strongly preferred.
background in pharmaceutical, beauty/personal care, or food manufacturing strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own environmental, health, safety, and security programs compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
Create role-specific EH&S training curricula; deliver training where credentialed and coordinate external providers as needed.
Execute site inspections and comprehensive audit programs that identify hazards, report findings, and track closure.
Partner with management to design corrective actions and report gaps in execution.
Implement safety hazard assessments; assign four-point risk ratings for each position; audit to ensure compliance with risk controls.
Establish incident and near-miss reporting; lead investigations and corrective action planning.
Coordinate safety orientation and on-the-job training for temporary workers and external contractors; ensure records are current.
Lead site security practices (e.g., clear bag policy, random checks) and maintain relationships with external security agencies.
Act as HAZMAT and DOT compliance specialist for hazardous waste transport and disposal; audit program performance.
Develop and distribute safety and HR metrics; recommend improvements to strengthen safety and HR performance.
Promote a safety-first culture through targeted initiatives and an incentive program that rewards outcomes.
Manage the safety budget, control spend, and approve invoices.
Recruit, train, coach, and manage team members; set goals and deliver performance feedback.
Complete performance evaluations; prepare budget inputs; write and maintain SOPs and Work Instructions; submit BWC, OSHA, and other government reports.
Maintain confidentiality of injury records, audit results, complaints, and sensitive information.
Demonstrate reliable attendance; support off-shifts as business needs require; perform other duties as assigned.