Safety and Environmental Manager

NWPX Infrastructure•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Safety and Environmental Manager develops, implements, and maintains programs and policies that promote a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. The role ensures compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations, improves safety performance, and supports a proactive safety culture throughout the facility. The manager leads facility safety programs, conducts audits and risk assessments, provides employee training, investigates incidents, maintains safety records, and partners with plant personnel and Human Resources on safety and workers’ compensation matters. The role also oversees environmental compliance across air, water, and waste management; prepares regulatory reports; coordinates sampling and audits; and supports sustainability, waste reduction, and recycling initiatives. This position collaborates with employees, customers, external business partners, nonprofit organizations, government entities, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies. It has no supervisory responsibilities. Work takes place in both office and plant settings, with occasional travel to other company sites, vendors, or regulatory meetings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety/Health and Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field; or ten years of plant/general management experience in a manufacturing environment; or a combination of both.
Working knowledge of Federal and Texas State occupational safety, environmental, and health regulations, NEPA, and ANSI.
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.
Experience with incident investigation, root-cause analysis, and risk-reduction initiatives.
Strong communication, leadership, and training skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to work effectively with company personnel and enlist cooperation in implementing regulatory requirements.
Ability to work with regulatory agencies, consultants, and contractor personnel.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business and technical materials, professional journals, procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and present information effectively to groups.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to perform duties involving frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling or feeling with the hands, reaching, and communication.
Ability to occasionally climb stairs or ladders, access elevated platforms and confined spaces, and lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in office and plant environments, where exposure may include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, and moderate noise.

Nice To Haves

Background with concrete manufacturing methods, process improvement programs, and procedures.
CSP, CHMM, or another relevant certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage facility safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA and corporate standards.
Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments; identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Develop and deliver safety training, including new-hire orientation, annual refreshers, emergency preparedness, PPE use, and job-specific programs.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries; perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective measures.
Participate in new product and process reviews, including process hazard analyses and operator training.
Support plant personnel in selecting appropriate personal protective equipment and maintain a safety library.
Maintain safety documentation, including training records, incident reports, and OSHA 300/300A logs.
Monitor lost-time injuries, illnesses, and workers’ compensation claims, coordinating with Human Resources.
Partner with supervisors and managers to promote accountability and continuous safety improvement.
Ensure facility compliance with environmental requirements for air, water, and waste management.
Prepare and submit environmental reports, including Tier II, TRI, SPCC, SWPPP, and waste manifests.
Oversee hazardous-waste storage, labeling, and disposal in compliance with RCRA.
Monitor emissions and wastewater discharges and coordinate environmental sampling and reporting.
Lead environmental audits and coordinate corrective-action plans.
Support sustainability initiatives and implement waste-reduction and recycling programs.
Develop facility environmental health programs, policies, objectives, and related training.
Support corporate and plant engineering in implementing controls to minimize environmental, safety, and occupational health hazards.
Review process operating procedures and batch records for environmental, safety, and health considerations.
Monitor regulatory changes and advise manufacturing plants and corporate staff about applicable requirements and compliance deadlines.
Periodically audit manufacturing plant practices and records for compliance with company programs and applicable regulations.
Provide advice on facility matters and counsel to Operations Management.
Establish measurable safety and environmental goals and track performance metrics.
Promote engagement through safety committees, employee involvement, and recognition initiatives.
Assist with Lean Principles and perform other responsibilities as needed.