Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) Manager

Location: Decatur, AL Manufacturing Plant

Position Overview

The HS&E Manager is responsible for leading all health, safety, and environmental initiatives at the Decatur manufacturing plant. This role ensures full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture that protects people, property, and the environment. Working closely with plant leadership and corporate teams, this individual will drive continuous improvement through strategic program development, employee engagement, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure all required environmental reports are completed accurately and submitted on time to the appropriate agencies.

• Maintain current environmental permits and ensure ongoing compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.

• Serve as primary liaison with Local, State, and Federal regulatory agencies on matters related to environmental and safety compliance.

• Interpret and communicate regulatory requirements to site leadership and employees.

Safety & Environmental Programs

• Partner with site safety professionals, corporate HS&E, and external experts to design and manage programs that enhance employee safety and compliance.

• Lead the development and execution of the HS&E Master Plan, setting measurable goals and timelines to reduce risk, ensure compliance, and control safety-related costs.

• Support and sustain Corporate HS&E standards, programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate and report site HS&E performance metrics and compliance results.

• Manage site emergency response programs and business continuity plans.

Employee Engagement & Training

• Provide direction for developing and documenting all required HS&E training programs.

• Encourage workforce involvement by forming and supporting employee-led safety and environmental teams.

• Foster a culture of accountability, awareness, and shared ownership for safety performance.

• Assist with training and qualifying site HS&E resources.

Health, Security & Risk Management

• Manage employee health and workers’ compensation programs.

• Oversee plant security measures including guard procedures, security systems, surveillance, and employee access controls.

• Conduct internal and external HS&E assessments and audits to identify opportunities for improvement.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with plant leadership to ensure coordination across departments and alignment on HS&E initiatives.

• Participate in monthly HS&E leadership calls to share learnings, drive consistency, and implement best practices.

• Ensure consistency in all personnel practices and employee relations actions within the scope of HS&E.

• Assist with the development, implementation, and enforcement of site-specific policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Risk Management, or related field

• Minimum 3 years of HS&E or related experience in a manufacturing environment

• Prior experience leading teams or managing people

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and regulatory reporting systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or environmental discipline

• Experience supporting environmental compliance and key HS&E pillars

• Familiarity with High-Performance Organization (HPO) cultures and employee engagement programs