Safety and Occupational Health Manager

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Where is the work:

Job Purpose:

The Safety & Occupational Health Manager shares responsibility for the implementation of the EH&S management system, in order to meet business objectives and support facility compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational safety and health regulations.

Under general direction, manages the Workers’ Compensation, Medical Surveillance, Industrial Hygiene (IH), and related health and safety (H&S) programs. Requires, at minimum, medical or first aid certification or experience, and ability to perform a range of routine work activities using existing EH&S procedures and/or analytical/ scientific methods.

• Acts as a resource for related employee health & safety information on procedures, guidelines and standards.
• Coaches’ teams and individuals on EH&S related tasks and activities.
• Assists in developing and achieving EH&S goals.
• Performs, administers, and/or coordinates certain health and safety programs including medical assessments, first aid care, medical surveillance, IH monitoring, and data collection, analysis and reporting for the plant for programs such as but not limited to:
  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Hearing Conservation Program
  • Respiratory Protection Program
  • Employee Voluntary First Responders Team
  • Ergonomic Program and assessments
  • Post-offer, PIV Operator, Return to Work and other medical clearance processes 
  • Drug & Alcohol Testing Program

Essential Functions

• General office management of the Medical Department and on-site leader of contracted staff
• Conduct period reviews and audits of related programs to determine compliance and, where needed, identify actions for improvement
• Manage department Skills Matrix, to ensure compliance and capability of staff
• Coordinate with Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier on claim management; including incident reporting, data and information collection, employee work accommodations and recordkeeping.   
• Assist with investigation of accidents or incidents under the direction of an onsite EHS professionals
• Conduct, or coordinate with medical staff to conduct, instructor-led training on related EHS topics
• Support continuous improvement of EHS programs
• Collect data for management reporting at the direction of supervisor
• Other duties as assigned
• Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codes

Physical Requirements

The ability to climb, kneel, reach, and walk. The ability to push, pull, and lift. The ability to speak, listen, and understand verbal and written communication. 

Lifting to 35lbs/15kg of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual acuity to perform close activities such as: reading, writing, and analyzing; and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. The working environment includes a variety of physical conditions including noise, inside and outside conditions including temperature changes

Qualifications:

• 4 year degree in a related field preferred
• Medical certification or experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of NJ Workers’ Compensation requirements
• Desire to work in an industrial setting
• Basic understanding of safety procedures
• Demonstrated ability manage time effectively, able to work independently within established processes and procedures
• Ability to act as a leader, motivate team, and provide constructive feedback to personnel.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, fostering an inclusive and respectful environment
• Experience with MS Office Suite
• Ability to read and understand documentation and standard operating procedures
• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred
• Able to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR Certification, Hazardous Materials Training
• Must be willing to work overtime if required.

Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, gloves, and safety shoes.
• Climb stairs/ladders.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Compensation Type:

Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes  up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.