Regional Health and Safety Manager - West - US - REMOTE

Hexion Careers

23d•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Health & Safety Manager-West's primary objective is to support execution of Hexion's strategic and tactical plan for all Health and Safety matters for the five manufacturing sites located in the Western half of NA. The successful candidate understands the regulatory and tactical overlap of the Environmental, Health, Safety and Process Safety regulations for the U.S. and Canada. This position fosters a culture of engagement, empowerment, accountability, execution, and compliance through direction and oversight of programs that support of Hexion's primary goal of a compliant and incident-free workplace. The Regional Health & Safety Manager plans and directs activities for alignment with the corporation's EHS goals and initiatives with each assigned manufacturing site. The position provides leadership, coaching and technical expertise to sites and site leadership teams to meet these goals. This is a remote position that can be located in Western or Midwest USA, or Edmonton, CAN.

Requirements

7+ years in chemical or related manufacturing with a record of advancement to H&S responsibilities covering sites in the U.S. and Canada. Comprehensive knowledge of requirements of U.S. and Canadian H&S regulations.
Previous involvement with Process Safety Management regulated facilities.
Experience participating in restructuring and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ability to drive change through people leadership and capability building.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing).
Proven experience in project management.
Strong coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams.
Strong understanding of business processes, change management principles, and project management methodologies.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify insights, and drive data-driven decision-making.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools. Ability to use our internal tool of WAVE.
Bachelor's degree in industrial safety, mechanical/industrial engineering, hazardous materials management, or a related field.
Able to obtain a work visa to travel routinely to the U.S. for site visits and team meetings (Canadian Applicants).
Able to travel internationally.
Able to travel 45-65%

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in an applicable field a plus.
Relevant Safety certifications e.g., CRSP, CSP, CHMM, an asset.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and implementation of employee safety & health programs.
Participate on EHS innovation, improvement and realignment project teams at the site, regional and global levels.
Provide and monitor safety training programs to instruct employees in site EHS policies and procedures.
Focus on promoting and supporting an EHS culture from within by driving the implementation of core EHS programs, policies and initiatives across the sites.
Assess facility operations for regulatory applicability, and local regulatory compliance with health & safety requirements.
Ensure chemical safety by developing and implementing spill and leak prevention and detection processes, properly storing and handling incompatible chemicals, conducting safety training, maintaining SDS, assisting in monitoring chemical exposure, and managing chemical waste.
Actively drive and support for Health and Safety programs (e.g., workplace safety and contractor administration) with operations and plant leadership level associates at three regional manufacturing sites.
Assist and lead the Identification of hazards across all sites and develop effective corrective actions to address and mitigate these hazards, ensuring a safer workplace.
Lead Incident Investigations: and drive corrective action through cause mapping and 5-why analysis.
Instruct the sites in Maintaining records of safety-related incidents and submit necessary reports to regulatory bodies.
Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring a safe working environment.
Administer and confirm the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals at the sites.
Be an active, engaged part of the site safety teams by interacting with associates remotely and in the field.
Assist and lead the site personnel in interfacing with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
Collaborate with senior leadership (TO Leadership) to understand the organization's strategic goals and objectives. Align Health and Safety initiatives with these goals to ensure coherence and relevance.
Develop and implement change management strategies to facilitate smooth transitions during periods of Health and Safety. Provide guidance on overcoming resistance to change and fostering a positive attitude towards innovation.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to coach and mentor members on best practices for executing Health and Safety projects. Provide support in goal setting, problem-solving, and decision-making to ensure project success.
Identify skill gaps within the organization and design training programs to address them. Deliver workshops, seminars, and other learning interventions to enhance employees' capabilities in areas such as change leadership, agile methodologies, and effective management of health and safety.
Establish key performance indicators (KPls) to measure the effectiveness of Health and Safety initiatives. Regularly assess progress against these KPls and provide feedback to stakeholders on areas for improvement.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, including executives, managers, and frontline employees. Act as a trusted advisor and advocate for the Health and Safety agenda.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback, experimentation, and learning. Identify opportunities for optimizing processes and implementing innovative solutions.
Develop clear and compelling communication materials to articulate the vision, objectives, and benefits of Health and Safety initiatives. Ensure that messaging is consistent and tailored to different audiences.
Anticipate potential risks and challenges associated with Health and Safety efforts and develop mitigation strategies to address them. Proactively identify and resolve issues that may hinder progress.
Facilitate knowledge sharing sessions to capture lessons learned from past Health and Safety projects. Encourage the dissemination of best practices and success stories throughout the organization.