Sr Manager, Safety and ISO Systems

Job Summary

Salary Range: $160,000 to $165,000 Annually + 14% Annual Target Bonus

Ensures the facility is in compliance with all Federal, State and local regulations monitored by OSHA. Promotes safe work practices, supports preventative actions, and responds to workplace safety incidents. The Sr. Manager, Safety & ISO Systems acts as the Occupational Health and Safety Representative (OHSMR) with responsibilities for maintenance and continuous improvement of the plant’s Occupational Health & Safety Management System. Creates, implements, and manages programs to prevent occupational injuries and illnesses and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

1)    Provides oversight, direction and support to those managing, ISO Systems and Sustainability.

2)    Creates and executes OHS, EHS and ISO Systems strategy and road map for the current budget year and future years.

3)    Responsible for developing and oversight management of Operations Excellence, OHS, and ISO Systems and Sustainability activities in accordance with the requirements identified in the annual Fresenius Kabi USA Plant Goals and Objectives. 

4)    Serves as the OHS Management Representative

5)    Supports the PU-Warrendale leadership team to identify, prioritize and deliver OHS, and ISO systems and Sustainability improvements within timescales and budget.

6)    Manages and develops the local EHS/OHS & Energy Team in terms of the applicable and most current ISO Management Systems' Standards, and Sustainability initiatives.

Safety

7)    Attends periodic certification and recertification programs such as Hazardous Operations (HAZWOPER), DEC, RCRA, and First Aid/CPR/AED.

8)     Chairs and organizes OHS Committee.

9)     Plans OHS annual objectives which will include audits, monitoring, job assessments, risk assessments and project planning.

10)  Ensures all standard operating procedures are reviewed for safely, health, and environmental consideration.

11)  Reviews and oversees the investigation of all safety incidents, near misses and hazards.  Coordinates the site Emergency Response Plan, Emergency Response Team, Emergency Evacuation Drills and the site Safety Committee.

12)  Conducts all site safety related training for site employees based on position as well as new employees and contractors.

13)  Ensures periodic occupational and health audits are conducted for noise, air, ergonomics, and other safety related areas of focus.  Ensures atmospheric testing for confined space entry is conducted.

14)  Supports the site reporting of all injury and illness information and tracking for the OSHA log.  Inputs all pertinent data into database software program.  Provides information to top management. 

15)  Prepares, implements, maintains and/or reviews Standard Operating Procedures for Occupational Safety and Health.

16)  Oversees industrial hygiene activities including monitoring of trends related to potential exposures.

17)  Coordinates periodic re-certification programs for First Aid / CPR / AED.

18)  Ensures OHS programs comply with ISO 45001 requirements. Support compliance with ISO14001, ISO50001, ISO 9001, as needed.

19)  Ensures OHS programs comply with state and federal regulation including OSHA.  Coordinate compliance training required for OHS programs (powered industrial truck, lockout/tagout, etc.).

20)  Works with local multi-disciplinary teams to address OHS project issues to ensure that OHS concerns are considered at the design stage and that adequate funds are included within projects' capital appropriation requests to prevent costly retrofits. Leads site committees that include OHS activities including the EHS Committee, First Response Team, etc.

21)  Manages and participates in the legal activities associated with the safety and health function with regard to policies, procedures, incident investigations and worker’s compensation support.  

22) Interacts with regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, EPA, DEC, DOT) at the State and Federal Level.

ISO

23)  Overseeing the management of all hazardous, non-hazardous, biohazard and universal waste including the accumulation, storage, manifesting, arranges for transport and performs cost analysis of disposal.

24)  Promotes continual improvement taking accountability for the effectiveness of the Environmental and Energy Management Systems.

25)  Oversees the management of corrective actions resulting from ISO 45001, 50001, and 14001 standard audits.

26)  Oversees the management of the ISO 45001, 50001, and 14001 implementation teams.

27)  Collaborate with other department to ensure compliance and raise awareness of gaps and goals for sustaining and improving systems supporting the ISO standards.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field is required (Engineering, or Occupational Safety, Health, Environment or in Life Sciences, Business, or another related field). Master’s Degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, ISO 14001- Environmental Management System (EMS), ISO 45001- Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS), and ISO 5001- Energy Management System (EnMS) standard requirements.
• 10+ years of experience in implementing or managing HSE (Environmental Health & Safety) programs such as such as ergonomics, forklift safety, confined space entry, lockout/tagout, fall protection/prevention, hot work, material handling, power tools, etc.  in general industry.
• Knowledge and execution in the fields of OHS/EHS, Energy, Sustainability, and ISO Management Standards, including all applicable federal, state, municipal regulations (e.g.OSHA, EPA, et al.) and ISO Standards' requirements.
• Proven leadership ability to effectively influence others.
• High energy and self-motivated. Must be able to be on his/her feet for 8-10 hours/day, climb stairs and walk on un-level surfaces Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
• Knowledge in hazardous waste storage, disposal, spill control, personal protective equipment, chemical toxicology, engineering controls and air monitoring.
• Experience in interpreting OSHA, DEC and EPA Regulations.
• Capable of communicating effectively to individuals and groups at all levels.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to a diverse audience.
• Pro-active, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborate effectively and influence peers and other leaders to make informed decisions.
• Must be available evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.