Site HSE Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Site HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) Manager leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of programs that ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. This role helps maintain a safe workplace, supports sustainability initiatives, and assists with regulatory compliance including OSHA standards.

The Site HSE Manager will help develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), support employee training, and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Lead, promote, and develop deep organizational adoption of a proactive safety culture through employee capability, engagement, and awareness initiatives.
2. Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of company safety policies, procedures, and programs.
3. Lead organizational compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable safety and environmental standards.
4. Support routine safety inspections and audits of the facility to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
5. Develop organizational expertise in conducting incident and near-miss investigations and help implement
corrective and preventative actions.
6. Maintain safety documentation, records, and reporting as required by regulatory agencies and company policies.
7. Support emergency preparedness programs including drills, response planning, and safety equipment readiness.
8. Draft, review, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
9. Collaborate with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure procedures reflect safe and compliant practices.
10. Ensure safety documentation remains current with regulatory changes and operational needs.
11. Assist in the development and delivery of employee safety training and onboarding programs.
12. Provide guidance to employees on safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
13. Support company sustainability initiatives including waste management, reduction and environmental compliance.
14. Collaborate and assist with our international sustainability team in tracking environmental metrics such as waste, energy, and water usage.
15. Support environmental reporting and improvement projects aligned with company sustainability goals.
16. Support operational excellence initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve safety and environmental performance.
17. Support in cross-functional teams to improve workplace safety, environmental performance, and compliance processes.
18. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support operational needs.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
❖ Stay current with all required training and ensure timely completion.
❖ Follow the Company's established processes, procedures, and policies, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, and product quality guidelines.
❖ Maintain a collaborative team mindset while actively supporting GNT's Food Safety culture.
❖ Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensure your clothing is neat at all times, and support colleagues in adhering to hygiene standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or a related
field preferred.
2. 3+ years of experience in safety, environmental compliance, or manufacturing operations preferred.
3. Comprehensive understanding of workplace safety principles, OSHA regulations, and regulatory compliance.
4. Strong written communication skills and proficient in the ability to develop policies, procedures, and standard
operating procedures (SOPs).
5. Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
6. Ability to identify workplace hazards and recommend practical corrective actions.
7. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate effectively with both team members and
management.
8. Experience supporting or developing safety procedures, policies, or SOPs.
9. Familiarity with sustainability initiatives, environmental tracking, or waste reduction programs.
10. OSHA training or certification preferred.
11. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar tools.
12. Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to health, safety, and environmental
regulations.