Gates

Health Safety & Environmental Manager

Gates$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in HSE management.
  • Proven success in developing and delivering HSE training programs.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, ISO 14001 and 45001 regulations.
  • Expertise in ergonomics, machine guarding, and emergency response procedures.
  • Ability to drive accountability for HSE performance in a manufacturing setting.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
  • Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems for risk assessment.
  • Conduct internal audits and inspections, recommending corrective actions.
  • Perform and update HSE risk assessments in line with standards.
  • Identify workplace safety and environmental hazards.
  • Handle regulatory reporting for OSHA and environmental compliance.
  • Enhance and maintain regulatory programs for continuous improvement.
  • Direct the facility safety team to foster a culture of compliance.

Benefits

  • Full-Time position
  • Bonus Eligibility
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, with options starting from the first day of the month after hire
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation plus 8 sick days
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company matching up to 6%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
Full Job Description
WHAT TO EXPECT

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Siloam Springs, AR plant, you will be a HSE Manager.

This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs to ensure regulatory compliance while creating a safe, sustainable, and high-performing work environment. You will partner closely with plant leadership and operations teams to proactively identify risks, drive accountability, and implement impactful safety initiatives.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations, including OSHA, DOT, and EPA standards.
  • Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems to assess and mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks.
  • Conduct internal audits and inspections, recommending corrective actions as needed.
  • Perform and update HSE risk assessments in alignment with facility guidelines and internationally recognized standards.
  • Identify workplace safety and environmental hazards related to processes, services, and products.
  • Handle regulatory reporting and record-keeping for OSHA and environmental compliance.
  • Enhance and maintain regulatory programs to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Conduct site audits to evaluate compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Direct the facility safety team to foster a culture of safety and compliance.


About You

  • Bachelor's degree required; in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
  • 8 + years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management.
  • Proven success developing and delivering HSE training programs.
  • Knowledge of worker compensation programs and incident investigation
  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, ISO 14001 and 45001 and related safety and environmental regulations.
  • Expertise in ergonomics, machine guarding, and emergency response procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive accountability for HSE performance within a manufacturing environment by establishing clear expectations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and holding individuals and teams responsible for meeting regulatory and company requirements.
  • Proven track record of monitoring and auditing performance, proactively addressing gaps, and ensuring timely resolution of safety concerns.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Core Competencies
  • Hazardous Energy Control (LOTO) • Electrical Safety • PPE & HAZCOM Compliance
  • Confined Space & Material Handling
  • Environmental Compliance (Air, Water & Waste)


BENEFITS

  • Full-Time
  • Bonus Eligibility
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:
    • Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
  • Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k): company matching up to 6%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

About Gates

Gates Industrial Corporation plc, based in Denver, Colorado, is a manufacturer of power transmission belts and fluid power products, which are used in diverse industrial and automotive applications. The company employs over 14,000 and has sales and manufacturing operations in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
Learn more about Gates
Size
15,050 employees
Market Cap
$3.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$79.4 million
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$2.7 billion
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