Health and Safety Administrator jobs in Elkhart, IN

AIA is hiring an Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager to oversee various sites! The EHS Manager will hold a key role on the Leadership Team, responsible for ensuring the overall creation, implementation and maintenance of safety programs to assure the highest possible degree of safety for employees throughout the facilities.

AIA Countertops is a fabricator of solid surface, granite, and quartz countertops, backsplashes, tables, and other products for the Residential, Commercial, RV, and Marine Industries.

Patrick Industries is a leading manufacturer and distributor of component products and building materials serving various industries throughout the United States including RV, Marine, and Housing end markets. With locations in 23 states, Patrick upholds a strong network of meaningful relationships with our brands and customers.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The EHS Manager will own the overall framework and processes of the AIA Countertops/Premier Concepts EHS Management System, which guides the development and implementation of the environmental, health, safety and social risk management programs for the organization. These programs minimize environmental impacts, assure regulatory compliance, and maximize the safety of operations by partnering with various internal departments and making recommendations to senior management.

· Deliver regulatory safety training and other internal safety training as identified and needed

· Ensure AIA stays in compliance with all regulatory reporting per state and local guidelines

· Develop and issue Safety Alerts promptly

· Address safety issues identified by the plant leaders and employees and develop action plans to correct identified issues

· Work closely with departments to develop safety programs (lockout/tag out, etc.)

· Create and sustain a productive work culture and safe work environment

· Manage workers’ compensation process and claims management

· Effectively develop, implement, lead, and audit EHS monitoring and measurement plans, train personnel to implement those plans and be able to accurately analyze complex data.

· Serve as communication link between management and employees by keeping all personnel informed of EHS-related matters, handling questions, interpreting and developing programs, and helping resolve EHS-related problems all while promoting a culture of safety and heighten safety awareness for the business

Qualifications and Skills:

· Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or

• Experience and technical knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and EHS risk management
• 3 years’ experience leading EH&S efforts for manufacturing facility
• Experience in a fast paced, manufacturing environment required

· The ideal candidate must be able to embrace and lead change, possess strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to efficiently balance multiple projects and the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences

• Experience with property risk management and worker’s compensation claims process and strong knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Demonstrated orientation to understanding the business and business strategy, and the ability to apply EHS management process and tools to support strategic business objectives

· OSHA training certification preferred

· Must be able to manage multiple priorities make sound decisions, and handle pressure.

· The successful individual will be a mature self-starter, service-oriented and professional in conduct, attitude, and appearance

· Ability to lead through influence is a key capability need to be successful in this role

· Proven ability to achieve regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.

· Knowledge of EPA and Chemical Reporting

· Align with Patrick Industries “BETTER Together” mentality by pursuing Balance, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, Empowerment, and Respect within the organization

Benefits Include:

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Insurances, Paid Vacation, 401K Match, Holidays, Fitness, and Tuition Reimbursement

At Patrick Industries, BETTER Together is our commitment to being our best while striving to bring out the best in one another as we join forces individually, as teams, with our Business Units, with our Customers, our communities and within our entire Patrick family.

Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• Travel
• Up to 25% travel

Work Location: In person