Description:
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
The Safety and Environmental Manager provides critical support to multiple site Plant Managers by leading the implementation, coordination, and continuous improvement of safety and environmental (S&E) programs at the site level. This position ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations while promoting a proactive safety culture throughout the facility. The role performs a wide range of administrative and operational duties, including report preparation, data analysis, investigations, and problem-solving, while collaborating with all departments to drive accountability and maintain alignment with company standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the plant manager in fostering a culture of safety by aligning organizational design elements with core safety principles.
- Coordinate all managers and Supervisors in the Behavior Observation System (Safety, GMPs, and Confidentiality), responsible for creating a culture of safety by keeping the Safety principles alive.
- Oversee and coordinate any investigations of incidents/accidents and follow up with corrective action.
- Lead the identification and analysis of Root cases related to unsafe behaviors and organizational safety issues; recommend and implement long-term corrective actions.
- Serve as the site’s subject matter expert (SME) on safety policies, supporting investigations and disciplinary processes to ensure fair and consistent application.
- Develop, implement, and maintain workplace health and safety plans, policies, and procedures in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Lead and facilitate monthly safety committee meetings, including scheduling, agenda development, meeting facilitation, and maintaining official minutes.
- Evaluate site safety practices through regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections, ensuring alignment with legal guidelines and company standards, including but not limited to LOTO.
- Oversee workers’ compensation claims, acting as the primary contact for case management, reporting, and return-to-work coordination.
- Maintain a strong presence on the production floor by regularly inspecting operations and verifying employee adherence to safe work practices.
- Ensure Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) are properly documented, reviewed, and updated as required.
- Conduct and document new hire safety orientation, ensuring all new employees are trained on key safety policies and emergency procedures.
- Deliver safety training sessions, including OSHA-mandated annual trainings, and maintain accurate training records for all employees.
- Support and co-lead annual emergency preparedness activities, including severe weather and fire drills.
- Oversee vendor and visitor security protocols for the plant, ensuring compliance with site safety and confidentiality standards.
- Manage the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program, ensuring timely updates and accessibility for all employees.
- Track and report key safety performance indicators, including incident rates, lost time, and near-misses; maintain accurate records of incident days, including the OSHA 300 Log.
- Monitor, track, and replace biohazard and sharps containers as needed to ensure ongoing compliance with health and safety standards.
- Maintain and support site first responders, including managing first aid kits and ensuring they are adequately stocked and accessible.
- Develop and enhance employee engagement through safety incentive programs; monitor effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Provide safety presentations and training in large group settings with clear communication and professional delivery.
- Offer subject matter expertise and potential solutions to leadership teams on safety-related challenges and improvements.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the site’s safety, health, and environmental compliance objectives.
- Assist in the development and execution of sustainability initiatives aligned with company goals (e.g., waste reduction, energy efficiency, carbon footprint reduction).
- Track and report on environmental performance metrics.
- Coordinate recycling and waste management programs.
- Support compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, local environmental agencies).
- Promote employee awareness of sustainability goals through training and engagement campaigns.
Requirements:
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive EHS experience, including multi-site or regional responsibility
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state/local regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated success in driving a proactive safety culture and implementing sustainable EHS programs
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred:
- Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHMM, or CIH.
- Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments.
- Experience with EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001/45001).
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge gained through on-the-job training of company products, policies, and procedures
- Ability to pay close attention to detail
- Skill in operating various equipment as needed to perform the job
- Skill in multitasking and time management
- Ability to function cooperatively and effectively in a team environment with peers and personnel in other departments
- Ability to keep company and customer information that is discussed or viewed while under employment with Truvant confidential
- Ability to adhere to all regulatory and company policies, procedures, work instructions including but not limited to: Truvant policies, customer specific policies, ISO, GMP’s, USDA, regulatory food safety and food defense
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to read documents, printouts, computer screens and other communication
- Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers
- Must be able to reach, touch, grasp
- Must be able to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
- Must be able to climb, stoop/kneel, lift, pull and push
- Must be able to conduct yourself in a safe manner to avoid accidents while on the production floor
- Must be able to work in various environments based on building location and products.
- Level of Physical Requirements: Sedentary to medium work level; lifting and positioning weight loads up to 35 pounds
- 0% - Optional travel outside of Wisconsin may be offered to support business needs
