HSE Manager

We are Prestone (subsidiary of Recochem) - Since 1927, Prestone® has protected drivers and their vehicles with cutting-edge products. From its iconic yellow jug antifreeze/coolant to its innovative stop leak line, the Prestone® brand honors its 90-year history by keeping its groundbreaking formulas laps ahead of the competition.

We are seeking a HSE Manager to join our team at Prestone! You will be part of the Environmental Health & Safety team responsible for implementing and overseeing the Environmental, Health and Safety Corporate programs within facilities in Colorado and California.

What You'll Be Doing:

In line with the corporate strategy, the HSE manager implements, manages, and maintains the Recochem Environmental, Health and Safety programs in accordance with corporate programs, all legal and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Maintains current knowledge of OSHA, EPA & DOT regulations and communicates OSHA regulatory information to management
• Develop cross-functional partnerships to drive initiatives and leverage internal resources

Leads the systems and processes to identify all Hazards associated with all our operations and then implements the appropriate Hazard controls to mitigate risk.

• Conducts EH&S reviews of new products, chemicals and processes entering our facilities and implements new Hazard control systems
• Ensure all products are labeled and are in compliance with GHS and SDS standards
• Ensures site has all required PPE on hand and the PPE is up to date

Implement and lead the EHS Program to improve safety, minimize occupational health and safety risks and ensure a safety-first culture at all levels of the organization

 Facilitate and lead any external EHS related inspections (DOT, OSHA, Fire  

 Prevention, Rail, Environmental Authorities)

 Lead risk analysis studies and develop mitigation action plans.

 Lead the Joint Health & Safety Committee.

Implements the necessary EH&S audit/inspection program for our operation and then conducts EH&S audits/inspections and follows up on corrective actions with departments

Coordinates incident reporting and injury/illness recordkeeping for facility

Administers EH&S training programs required for our operation and tracks/keeps record of our training log

• Provides and ensures training is completed for all employees, visitors and contractors

Develops and leads communication of EH&S program, requirements, updates, issues and progress to Corporate and stakeholders as necessary

Provides day-to-day support and engagement with site personnel in executing assigned safety programs and projects.

• Responsible for accident prevention through safety audits, implementing and managing safety committees and teams, monitoring safety metrics, leading safety toolbox talks, providing education and training, etc.

Leads, coordinates and provides ongoing development to ensure the organization is prepared in case of an emergency.

• Key leader for development of emergency response plans and programs
• Key leader for emergency response team (ERT)

Develops program to manage and maintain SDS for our operation.

• Raw materials, Maintenance and Supply chemicals and Manufactured products
• Internal Notification and Customer Distribution

Maintains EH&S related documents and records

Travel up to 30%

Other duties as assigned

Regulatory Responsibilities:

Maintains current knowledge of OSHA, EPA & DOT regulations and communicates OSHA regulatory information to management

Works with Corporate compliance team to develop and implement the necessary programs to ensure that Recochem is in compliance with all required regulatory requirements

Assists with regulatory reports/submittals and permitting for facility

Key liaison for regulatory inspections

Maintains regulatory related documents and records

Develop cross-functional partnerships to drive initiatives and leverage internal resources

Other duties may be assigned

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration experience – ability to work in a team environment
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

What You Will Get

PRESTONE offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with PRESTONE's retirement savings options including employer match. PRESTONE also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

PRESTONE is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. PRESTONE does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

PRESTONE is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.