Job title: Manager of Quality, Safety, Health & Environment
Company: Brenntag
Job description: Position Summary:
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Manager of Quality, Safety, Health & Environment (QHSE) to join our team in North America. In this strategic leadership role, you will champion a culture of continuous improvement and regulatory compliance, shaping policies, practices, and initiatives that protect our workforce, community, customers, and the environment. You will work cross-functionally with leadership, site management, and operations teams to elevate performance, optimize processes, and ensure adherence to all industry standards and best practices. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing, innovative organization.Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement:
- Develop, implement, and refine QHSE strategies that align with Brenntag Specialties’ business objectives and values.
- Identify best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety, environmental responsibility, product stewardship, and overall quality performance.
- Lead by example, fostering a proactive, collaborative culture that values health, safety, and quality at every organizational level.
Safety & Health Management:
- Create and execute comprehensive safety management plans, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA, DOT, Hazmat, and related regulations.
- Investigate and monitor safety performance metrics (e.g., personal injuries, transportation incidents, spills) and use data-driven insights to recommend and implement effective corrective actions.
- Coordinate safety training programs, ensuring all employees are properly equipped with the knowledge and tools to work safely.
- Serve as a key liaison with Brenntag North America’s Safety Task Group, sharing insights, solutions, and best practices.
Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance:
- Oversee and continuously improve our JOB 7 reporting processes to enhance product quality, minimize misloads, and standardize best practices across facilities.
- Collaborate with facilities to integrate improvement concepts derived from internal benchmarks, third-party audits, and ERP standards.
- Stay current on emerging industry regulations, develop implementation guidelines, and ensure readiness and compliance across all locations.
- Lead regulatory reviews and support facilities in addressing potential governmental violations, maintaining a strong compliance record.
Environmental Stewardship:
- Manage environmental initiatives and projects, ensuring operations meet or exceed all environmental standards.
- Identify potential risks affecting environmental performance and champion proactive measures to mitigate impacts on air, water, and soil quality.
- Rapidly communicate any changes that could affect environmental reserves, cash flow, or compliance status, ensuring full transparency with senior management.
Crisis Management & Emergency Response:
- Direct the development and execution of crisis communication plans and emergency response protocols.
- Guide site teams through training exercises, ensuring a high level of preparedness for potential environmental, health, or safety incidents.
Product Stewardship & Responsible Distribution:
- Serve as the primary operational and safety representative in industry associations such as NACD.
- Uphold and advance the NACD Responsible Distribution Program’s principles, integrating these standards into daily operations.
- Evaluate new products and processes, ensuring that the handling and selling of chemicals are conducted responsibly and safely.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university.
- A minimum of 5 years of related experience in QHSE, ideally within the chemical or manufacturing industry.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing safety and quality programs, conducting audits, and achieving strong regulatory compliance.
- Comprehensive understanding of OSHA, DOT, Hazmat, and other relevant regulations.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to inspire teams and influence change.
- High attention to detail, strategic thinking abilities, and a passion for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Why Join Brenntag Nutrition?
- Impactful Work: You will directly influence our company’s culture, compliance status, and operational efficiencies.
- Professional Growth: We offer opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement within a global organization.
- Collaborative Environment: Work with dedicated, cross-functional teams in an inclusive, supportive setting.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and work-life balance programs.
If you are a dedicated QHSE professional eager to take on a pivotal leadership role in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us and help shape the future of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship at Brenntag Nutrition.Brenntag TA Team
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Location: Dallas, TX
Job date: Sun, 05 Jan 2025 08:42:11 GMT
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