Environmental, Health and Safety Director jobs in Illinois

Overview

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is seeking a proven, self-motivated, and engaged Safety, Health & Environmental Director to join our safety team and lead the new Global Safety Strategy in the Rolled Products business unit across North America.  This role will be instrumental in implementing the safety strategy and driving the safety culture across multiple Rolled Products manufacturing locations in addition to a new $500 million investment project at the East Alton, IL location.  The Safety, Health, and Environmental Director will act as role model and lead the safety initiatives from the front-line within the Rolled Products business unit and will closely together with the Vice President of Operations, collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders that are transforming the safety culture within the Wieland Group.

This role will be responsible for leading a dynamic SHE team and creating the vision to drive the strategic direction of Wieland’s SHE programs and initiatives.  Reporting to the Vice President Safety, Health & Environment, the Safety, Health, and Environmental Director will be part of the Global Wieland Safety Leadership Team in a highly visible and key leadership position. The SHE Director will sit at our East Alton, IL location, however, will be required to travel frequently to other Rolled Products locations within North America.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to translate strategy to implementation, have the ability to influence safety buy-in, and be an excellent communicator throughout all levels of the organization. Experience in the metals industry is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Safety, Health, and Environmental Director Responsibilities:

Leadership

• Provide professional SHE advice and support to Rolled Products business unit and site leadership teams, engaging them to secure and strengthen their commitment to safety
• Provide appropriate SHE training to directors and managers to ensure that they possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and awareness to enable them to lead and positively influence safety management and behaviors within their area of responsibility
• Manage site SHE Managers and act as a coach/mentor to ensure they continually develop their knowledge and skills and build their capability
• Chair business unit safety meetings to ensure that there is effective communication and collaboration with site SHE Managers and safety teams
• Promote, display, encourage and reinforce positive behaviors, in line with Wieland's values and behaviors
• Recognize and promote the operational benefits of effective SHE management and provide support to enable the business to meet internal and external demands and expectations

Managing Risks

• Facilitate and support the implementation of the Global Wieland Safety Strategy, standards, and associated procedures across the Rolled Products business unit
• Improve the management of SHE risks across the Rolled Products business unit through the development and implementation of standardized SHE procedures which conform to and /or supplement Wieland requirements and local legislation
• Evaluate any change that negatively impacts upon the business unit’s ability to manage SHE effectively and ensure that SHE risks arising from these changes remain at an acceptable level

Performance Measurement

• Develop, implement, and maintain monitoring systems to evaluate progress toward the achievement of SHE objectives and targets; compliance with legislative requirements and the effectiveness of the SHE management system(s)
• Investigate SHE events to identify the underlying and root causes, support the implementation of corrective actions, and communicate key learning /outcomes across Rolled Products and Wieland Group
• Analyze audit results and accident /incident statistics to identify any common trends and underlying weaknesses in SHE management systems

Review and Improvement

• Prepare and communicate accurate SHE management reports to the Rolled Products Management Team and VP Safety, as required
• Facilitate and Chair in regular business unit SHE reviews
• Active member of the SHE Leadership Team and provide appropriate feedback to the Rolled Products Management team
• Develop, implement, and maintain a SHE operating plan for the business unit which is aligned to Wieland overall SHE strategy and sets measurable objectives, targets, and actions for the continual improvement of SHE performance
• Support the development of site SHE improvement plans and ensure that plans are aligned to overall group and Rolled Products objectives, targets, and actions
• Ensure that any learning from the monitoring and review processes is integrated into the operating /improvement plans and communicated effectively across the business unit, as required
• Identify and spread SHE best practices across Rolled Products

Safety, Health, and Environmental Director Qualifications:

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in occupational safety
• 10 years of experience in safety management in an industrial environment, experience in the metals industry is strongly preferred
• 7 years of operation or leadership experience in SHE or equivalent role preferred
• 5 years of experience working directly with federal, state, and local safety and environmental agencies
• Strong leadership and management skills to develop an outstanding team
• High level of commitment and willingness to travel between different sites within the business unit.
• Expertise in change management, including deployment of effective training programs and behavioral change initiatives
• Familiar with the introduction and implementation of sophisticated safety concepts and tools
• Proven experience working collaboratively and across functions through strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Work with interdisciplinary teams and motivate them to achieve top performance
• Ability to influence and build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Knowledge and experience of ISO45001 and ISO14001

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000 employees worldwide and 35 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.