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Synthomer

Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Synthomer, Mogadore, Ohio, United States, 44260

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Senior Recruiter @ Synthomer | Excel with LinkedIn Recruiter Assessment Seeking an experienced SHE Management leader experienced in leading significant transformation and comfortable in change management and implementing systems for success.

This role is responsible for multi-site chemical plants. It requires experience in Process Safety Management (PSM) to prevent accidents and hazardous causes by OSHA defined highly hazardous chemical facilities.

At Synthomer Safety, Health, and Environment are culture values and part of the strategic difference we have as a company. We are seeking a top professional with experience transforming manufacturing facilities in the chemical industry working with reactive chemistry and bringing a proven track record to our role.

This is a multi‑site role overseeing the Mogadore and Akron union production sites. This role encompasses supporting the site leadership team on strategic planning for SHE improvement plans, influencing behaviors and site culture of “We Always Have Time to Work Safely”.

You will be a strong candidate if you have done the following:

Initiated the development and surveillance of safe working methods that deliver top quartile injury, process safety, and environmental compliance rates.

Developed and implemented procedures and practices to identify/mitigate hazardous conditions within the workplace.

Investigated incidents and liaised with engineers, management, and regulatory authorities to prevent recurrence.

Provided advice and training on safety protocols and conducted audits to ensure compliance with organizational and government standards in SHE and security, serving as a subject‑matter expert.

Sustained relationships with the community, environmental groups, and other stakeholders impacted by the environmental performance of the organization.

Job Description

Manages a SHE team to ensure the development, maintenance, and improvement of programs and processes that drive site performance improvement and assure conformance with Synthomer’s Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Standards.

Supports SHE culture transformation in partnership with global, divisional, and local site leadership. Facilitates development of SHE annual operating and strategic plans; works with department managers to ensure accountability to plan delivery.

Tracks and analyzes SHE data such as unsafe act/condition reporting, corrective actions, MOC status, behavioral safety audits, incidents, and injuries. Develops programs and strategies to address gaps and themes identified.

Performs audits and inspections of plant operations and programs to ensure compliance with Synthomer processes and standards applicable to the plant from various governing standards (Environmental, Safety/PSM, Responsible Care, ISO 9001, Security, Emergency Response, Industrial Hygiene, TSCA, RMP, etc.).

Oversees effective development, execution, and improvement of the SHE Training Program that includes in‑person training, safety blitzes, daily meetings, computer‑based training, and third‑party training.

Interacts with the site workforce at all levels to increase employee involvement, demonstrate, educate, coach, and enforce SHE work practices and provide SHE technical and regulatory expertise.

Oversees the Process Safety Management (PSM) program to ensure compliance and improvement. Leads specified elements and provides technical support to ensure process safety routines are well‑managed in the facilities.

Oversees the sites’ environmental program execution to meet requirements associated with large‑quantity waste generation, Title V permit, NPDES permit, wastewater treatment operation, and TRI and Tier II reporting.

Department Leadership includes all areas of performance management for the team (goal setting, accountability, development, etc.).

Required Qualifications

Must be a strong leader and advocate for SHE, with experience in culture/behavioral development and implementing a SHE management system.

Both direct leadership of SHE professionals, and subject‑matter expertise counseling for the site leadership team, are required. Additionally, communication skills are effective for building trusting and collaborative relationships in a unionized plant environment.

Has knowledge and experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with OSHA, EPA, Process Safety Management, Environmental, and Transportation regulations.

Ability to influence without authority.

Able to develop and execute project plans and influence the site population to achieve the required milestones.

Has strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, as well as deliver valid recommendations for resolution.

Experience developing and managing emergency action plans.

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, government agencies, and other outside entities.

Has the ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate effective listening skills.

This position covers a plant that may operate on a 24/7 schedule, and a satellite drying facility in the local area. A presence on the off shifts is required periodically for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven SHE supervisory/management experience is a must.

Demonstrated SHE results transformation leadership is highly desired.

Any of Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Associate Safety Professional or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager are a plus.

Multi‑site experience is a plus.

Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Manufacturing and Management Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

Location Baltimore, MD (Remote) | Mogadore, OH

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