Safety EHS Manager(Bilingual Preferred)

As a Safety EHS Manager at Shearer’s, your main responsibilities will include leading the safety culture within the manufacturing plant, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and developing training programs that promote safe work practices. You'll also handle safety audits, work collaboratively with management on injury decisions, and monitor safety performance to exceed corporate safety goals.

To be considered for the Safety EHS Manager position at Shearer’s, you should have a Bachelor's degree in safety, operations, engineering, business, or a related field preferred along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in EHS. Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred, and knowledge of OSHA and other safety regulations is crucial.

At Shearer’s, promoting a culture of safety involves actively engaging associates in safety practices, providing comprehensive training, and recognizing safe behaviors. The Safety EHS Manager will lead initiatives to create a caring environment where safety is a shared priority, making regular safety messaging and stretching exercises part of daily operations.

The Safety EHS Manager at Shearer’s will lead various safety training programs that include compliance education, hazard recognition, emergency response procedures, and ergonomics. Training sessions aim to empower employees to take ownership of their safety and promote a proactive approach to workplace safety.

Networking is crucial for the Safety EHS Manager at Shearer’s. You'll be expected to build relationships with peers both within and outside the plant to share best practices, address common safety issues, and stay informed on industry trends. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and participation in the Safety Community across the plant network will enhance safety initiatives.

Creating a safety culture involves active engagement with employees, leading by example, and implementing consistent training protocols. Discuss strategies that include regular safety meetings, recognition programs for safe practices, and open communication for reporting concerns.

In this answer, detail your familiarity with OSHA regulations and other relevant safety standards. Provide examples of how you've led compliance efforts in previous roles and the importance of staying updated on changing safety laws.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to explain a specific instance where you identified a safety issue, implemented a solution, and quantifiably improved safety stats or culture. Be specific about your actions and the outcome.

Discuss your training methodology, emphasizing the importance of tailoring training sessions to diverse learning styles. Include examples of interactive training sessions you've led or any e-learning systems you may have utilized.

Outline your approach, which should include gathering facts, interviewing witnesses, assessing compliance with safety protocols, and implementing corrective measures to prevent future occurrences. Highlight the importance of transparency and thorough documentation.

Talk about your ability to assess risks, utilize data to direct your focus, and the importance of knowing when to escalate issues to leadership. Include your experience in balancing immediate safety needs with long-term improvements.

Explain that effective communication is vital for fostering a culture of safety. Discuss your experience in maintaining clear channels of communication with staff at all levels, and how you facilitate dialogue regarding safety concerns.

Provide strategies to engage employees, such as creating incentive programs, involving them in safety committees, or conducting safety champions initiatives. Highlight the impact of direct engagement on overall workplace safety.

Mention your methods for continuous learning, such as attending seminars, reading industry publications, and being part of professional networks. Show your commitment to applying this knowledge at Shearer’s.

Discuss how you handle non-compliance with a focus on education and reinforcement of safety expectations. Share your experience in corrective action planning and how you aim to foster accountability positively.