Safety, Health, Environmental (SHE) Manager

• Direct Placement
• $100k-$125k based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package

The Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust safety, health, and environmental program at a new greenfield manufacturing site, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of safety and sustainability. This role also oversees facility management, including regulatory compliance, maintenance, and infrastructure operations, to support the site's production ramp-up over the next 12 months. The SHE Manager will collaborate with leadership to integrate SHE principles into the transfer of equipment and processes from an existing company site, ensuring a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operation.

Essential Functions:

• Develop, implement, and lead the site's SHE policies and programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and establish safety protocols for high-precision machining, assembly operations, and facility activities during the startup phase and beyond.
• Oversee facility management, including building maintenance, utilities, waste management, and regulatory permitting, to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
• Lead safety training programs for employees and contractors, covering topics such as machine safety, hazardous materials handling, and emergency response.
• Monitor and report SHE performance metrics (e.g., incident rates, near misses, environmental emissions) to site leadership and global SHE teams, driving continuous improvement.
• Coordinate equipment and process transfers from the existing site, ensuring safety and environmental considerations are integrated into installation and commissioning.
• Manage environmental compliance, including air emissions, wastewater, and hazardous waste programs, aligning with sustainability goals and regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular SHE audits and inspections, identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks across operations and facilities.
• Serve as the site's primary liaison with regulatory agencies, worker's comp, emergency services, and facility service vendors, ensuring timely reporting and resolution of issues.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, including fire safety, evacuation drills, and spill response plans, to protect personnel and assets.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and Quality Manager to align SHE and facility objectives with production goals.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CQE, CQM) is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in SHE management within a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years overseeing facility management responsibilities.
• Proven expertise in OSHA regulations, environmental compliance (EPA, RCRA), and facility operations (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing maintenance).
• Strong knowledge of safety risk assessment tools (e.g., JSA, HAZOP) and environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).

• Experience with greenfield site startups or large-scale equipment/process transfers is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, including SHE programs and facility oversight, in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Excellent training and communication skills, with the ability to engage employees at all levels and influence a safety-first culture.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, safety management software) to track and improve SHE performance.
• Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies, contractors, and vendors for facility and environmental compliance.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, such as during emergency response situations.