Safety & Environmental Director

Apache Stainless Equipment•Beaver Dam, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will operate as a corporate employee with direct supervision from the President. The Safety & Environmental Director will work with operation managers and supervisors of each division in the implementation of our Corporate Safety Program and enforce all safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 10 years of safety experience.
OR P.E. registration, IOSH-RSP, CSP, CIH, CHP or CRSP certification and five years of safety experience.
Work with operation manager and supervisor of each division in implementation of our Corporate Safety Program.
Enforce all safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all OSHA requirements and statutory laws regarding industrial safety on the shop floor, in the office, and in safety programs.
Authorize the purchase of manufacturing equipment and machinery for compliance with safety regulations.
Participate in plant expansions and/or acquisitions from a safety perspective.
Implement a safety audit & observation program to discover and correct unsafe conditions or practices.
Investigate all accidents and near misses, and document/report serious accidents and fatalities to the president.
Effectively manage worker compensation claims, including filing forms, tracking claims, and ensuring timely closure.
Analyze accident data to identify trends and patterns, and set priorities for accident reduction programs.
Maintain a record system for all incidents, concerns, and suggestions.
Maintain and direct a safety committee to assist in reducing workplace hazards and increasing employee safety awareness.
Implement an effective safety incentive program to ensure participation and enthusiasm in safety.
Conduct safety orientation for all new employees regarding safety policies and programs.
Ensure training of all employees in safety programs and related subjects according to OSHA regulations and company recommendations.
Maintain a balanced budget for all safety equipment and supplies, and perform purchasing of health and safety related items.
Organize and communicate with management monthly and annually on accidents and overall safety.
Engage in continuing education in the safety field by attending seminars and joining committees/organizations.
Maintain outside professional contacts to exchange and update safety information.
Act in an advisory capacity on all matters related to safety for management guidance.
Manage Product Safety Policy and coordinate efforts with estimating, engineering, manufacturing, and sales for safe product design and manufacturing.
Conduct safety and environmental analysis on all newly designed equipment via committee.
Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the design and manufacture of products.
Maintain safety equipment sheets and safety inspection sheets for all manufactured equipment.
Label all manufactured equipment in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Safety inspect all manufactured equipment and approve for shipment.
Address all equipment safety issues raised by employees or customers.
Manage all liability claims from product or manufactured equipment.
Ensure compliance with all national and state environmental regulations.
Complete all reporting and recordkeeping requirements for environmental compliance.
Manage all environmental issues regarding acid operations (electro-polish and pickling).
Research ways to improve air quality, wastewater discharge, and storm water discharge.
Monitor and audit environmental processes and implement changes for better efficiencies.
Continually research methods of waste minimization.
Manage continual improvements to make the company environmentally friendly.
Engage in continual education to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.