Senior Safety and Health Manager (EHS)
We are partnered with a leading manufacturer of specialty cellulose products used in a wide range of absorbent consumer goods. With a global footprint and a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, this organization empowers its employees to create long-term value through continuous improvement and principled leadership.
We are seeking a Senior Safety & Health Manager for a flagship manufacturing facility in the Southeastern U.S. This individual will lead the site's safety and health strategy, overseeing a team responsible for occupational safety, process safety, emergency response, and compliance. The Senior Safety & Health Manager will work closely with site leadership to drive a culture of safety, reduce operational risk, and implement sustainable systems that support long-term performance.
The Senior Safety & Health Manager will be responsible for:
- Leading and developing the site's Safety & Health team to support strategic goals.
- Partnering with leadership to implement safety improvement plans and communicate performance metrics.
- Promoting a proactive safety culture using Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles.
- Overseeing onboarding and ongoing safety training for all employees.
- Identifying and mitigating risks through robust safety systems and controls.
- Enhancing site capabilities in critical hazard management (e.g., hazardous energy control, fall protection, emergency preparedness).
- Driving continuous improvement through audits, metrics, and performance reviews.
- Ensuring compliance with OSHA, PSM, and EPA RMP standards.
- Managing workers' compensation and injury case processes.
The Senior Safety & Health Manager will have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven safety leadership in settings such as pulp & paper, chemicals, or metals manufacturing.
- Preferred certifications: CSP, ASP, CIH, or PE.
If you are interested in the Senior Safety & Health Manager opening, apply now!
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