Director of HSE

About Us:

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) to lead our safety initiatives across multiple facilities and geographies. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving HSE programs to ensure regulatory compliance, promote a strong safety culture, and drive operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of safety certifications, 5S systems, and multi-site HSE management.

Job Duties:

·        Develop and execute a comprehensive HSE strategy that aligns with company goals and regulatory requirements across multiple locations

·        Oversee HSE programs for two or more facilities across different geographies, ensuring consistency, compliance, and risk mitigation

·        Ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local, state, and federal laws

·        Implement and maintain industry-recognized safety certifications. Develop and conduct employee training programs to enhance safety awareness and compliance

·        Champion and reinforce 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to drive workplace organization, efficiency, and safety culture improvements

·        Develop risk assessments, emergency response plans, and corrective action strategies to minimize incidents and improve workplace safety

·        Conduct and oversee internal and external audits, site inspections, and compliance reviews. Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on findings

·        Utilize safety metrics, leading indicators, and KPIs to measure performance, identify trends, and implement proactive safety measures

·        Partner with Operations, HR, and Facilities teams to integrate HSE best practices into daily workflows

·        Ensure environmental policies align with company sustainability goals and industry best practices

Minimum Qualifications:

·        Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; or commensurate experience required

·        Five plus years in an HSE role required

·        Understanding of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, ANSI, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations required

·        Excellent leadership, training, and stakeholder engagement skills to promote a proactive safety culture required

·        Ability to assess risks, analyze trends, and implement data-driven solutions required

·        Proficiency in HSE management software, incident tracking tools, and data reporting platforms required

·        Ability to pass physical, drug, driving, and background check required

·        Ability to physically push, pull, and lift 25 lbs or more required

·        Ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk for four plus hours at a time required

·        Alignment with company core values required

Preferred Qualifications:

·        CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), or equivalent highly preferred.

·        Minimum 3 years of HSE leadership experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments; oversight of multiple facilities and geographies preferred.

·        Proven track record of implementing and sustaining a 5S culture and workplace organization improvements strongly preferred.

Benefits:

·        Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD

o   100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage

o   80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (i.e. employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)

·        401K and bonus

·        Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided

·        PTO and paid holidays provided

·        Career advancement opportunities

·        Competitive wages

·        Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years