[Hiring] US Regional Safety Manager @E2 Optics

Role Description

Join E2 Optics as a Western US Regional Safety Manager! Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures.

• Promotes company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture.
• In cooperation with the Director of Safety US Operations, develops and manages corporate safety initiatives to build a world-class program for all Western US Operations.
• Works with personnel in all areas and at all levels to achieve consistent safe practices throughout the Western US Region (excluding a strategic account of E2 Optics).
• Provides support to regional field leadership to build and maintain awareness of developing environmental, health & safety issues and adopt best practices.
• Maintains accident-prevention and lost mitigation programs for incorporation into operational policies.
• Determines corrective or preventative measures where needed and verifies implementation.
• Communicates expectations, goals, standards, and metrics used to measure progress.
• Attends and supports required Safety Management meetings with all levels of both internal and external parties.
• Develops, follows up, and verifies completion of action items based on KPIs.
• Maintains health & safety leadership and awareness skills among Safety Managers to support compliance.
• Manages Safety training needs in accordance with both E2 Optics and customer guidelines.
• Provides technical and regulatory compliance expertise and support throughout US operations.
• Manages compliance inspections and audits and associated tracking.
• Leads the investigation of accidents and injuries at region sites and prepares material for lessons learned communications.
• Reviews, compiles, and submits accident reports required by E2 Optics processes.
• Works closely with the Director of Safety US Operations and HR in the administration of the workers' compensation program.
• Supports Human Resources with drug, alcohol, and medical screening of all employees as needed.
• Travel: The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Environmental Science Safety, Occupational Safety & Health Management, Safety Management, Business Management, Psychology, or similar study.
• 5+ years Safety Management experience in progressively responsible leadership roles will be considered in lieu of bachelor’s degree.
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) required; ASP/CSP/SMS Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• 5-10 years progressively responsible leadership roles within Occupational Health and/or Safety experience in a construction or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety laws.
• Experience with inspections, incident investigations, process safety, contractor safety, safety training, hazard reviews, and job safety analysis.
• Experience with Safety Management programs.
• Administration and Management: knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, safety modeling (SOP), leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Law and Government: knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations, and requirements.
• Building and Construction: knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings, or other structures within Regional Datacenters.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• BICSI training facilities
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This role requires:

• Sitting, use of hands and arms, verbal communication, and occasional physical movement such as stooping or kneeling.
• Frequent standing and walking.
• Regularly lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds and frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Regularly carrying and climbing ladders to 20 feet.
• Operating equipment such as scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs (buggies) if required.
• Working in tight and confined spaces.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.