DescriptionBASIC FUNCTIONLeads the site Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) program to create a safe, healthy, and injury-free work environment while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong safety culture. Develops, implements, and sustains site EHS systems, training, audits, and performance management routines. Partners with site leadership and cross-functional teams to reduce risk, investigate incidents, and drive corrective actions that deliver measurable improvements in leading and lagging indicators.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Provide leadership for all implementation, enforcement and continuous improvement of Sabert's environmental, health, safety policies and processes. Plan, direct, and implement new corporate policies, procedures, and standards at all sites.
- Develop and manage HSE programs so that employees are injury free and have a high degree of consciousness and ownership about safety and health issues. Drive accountability among all functions to eliminate accidents and injuries.
- Indentify, evaluate, prevent and control environmental, health and safety hazards at the site.
- Ensure compliance, conservation, and protection of the environment.
- Implement and maintain industrial hygiene programs and standards.
- Interface with regulatory agencies on HSE matters.
- Communicate HSE progress, status, and issues to the entire organization.
- Proactively build awareness of HSE at Sabert through continuous communication strategies, such as bulletin board postings, signage, safety topics of the months, safety newsletter seminars, etc.
- Develop annual calendar for all required OSHA safety training.
- Conduct and document thorough accident, incident, and "near-miss" investigations, and provide recommendations for process, procedure or equipment changes to eliminate future occurrences.
- Provide leadership and direction for cross-functional site safety committee.
- Perform job hazard analyses, citing specific hazards in manufacturing and methods for remediation. Administer and report the proper HSE metrics and measurements to Sabert leaders/
- Comply with all OSHA and other related regulatory requirements for documentation and reporting. Audit all HSE related activities.
- Evaluate current Safety Rewards and Recognition program for potential improvement.
- Administer all required Emergency Evacuation Drills.
- Actively seek improved HSE practices through benchmarking and active participation in HSE related seminars and organizations.
- Work closely with independent contractors on site to ensure proper HSE practices by their employees. Administer contractor safety programs.
- Participate with the Paper & Pulp EHS Team on the weekly conference calls and be active sharing best practices.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES- Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental compliance requirements relevant to manufacturing operations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and build a safety culture through coaching, engagement, and accountability.
- Strong incident investigation and problem-solving skills with ability to implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Project management and execution discipline to manage multiple initiatives, audits, and deadlines.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into prioritized actions and measurable results.
- Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels; able to facilitate committees and train effectively.
- Ability to partner cross-functionally and align teams to priorities while maintaining non-negotiable compliance standards.
- Proficiency with Microsoft tools and EHS systems for reporting, documentation, and KPI management.
OTHERWork in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.
COMPETENCIES- Acts with ethics and transparency, takes ownership of commitments, and delivers reliably.
- Builds trust through open communication, active listening, and valuing diverse perspectives.
- Builds team capability by setting clear expectations, coaching others, and supporting growth and development.
- Sets clear direction, aligns teams to priorities, and influences decisions through constructive dialogue and effective relationships.
- Creates an environment of trust where ideas are shared openly, collaboration is encouraged, and people feel empowered to act.
- Elevates thinking beyond the immediate team and timeline, integrates customer/stakeholder needs with internal realities. Plan and mobilize others to deliver actionable solutions rather than dwell on problems.
- Leads by example with integrity, accountability, and resilience while fostering an inclusive and engaging workplace.
QUALIFICATIONS- Education: BS degree in Safety, Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field required; equivalent experience considered. Preferred: Professional certification (CSP/CIH/CHMM) and experience leading regulatory audits and contractor safety programs.
- Experience: 5+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated site program ownership.
