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HSE Manager
Galesburg, IL
Job Description
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyer belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?
WHAT TO EXPECT
As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our GALESBURG, IL plant, you will be a Health, Safety, & Environmental Manager for our manufacturing facility and distribution facility. This individual will be responsible for developing, organizing, implementing, administering, and monitoring all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs.
Key responsibilities (to name a few):
- Develop and maintain safety and environmental programs, policies, and procedures, to manage all HSE compliance and risks applicable to the facility
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure ongoing compliance, including all training and record-keeping activities in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations
- Establish, implement, and sustain ISO 14001 & 45001, and Gates HSE Management System to assess and control HSE risk
- Conduct audits and inspections to identify system-level weaknesses and recommend solutions for corrective actions
- Main point of contact for third-party management systems audits with responsibility for responding to audit findings
- Establish and maintain a contractor HSE program to manage HSE risks associated with contractor activities on site
- Develop Emergency Response plans, ensuring drills are conducted and corrective actions are identified and implemented
- Create and manage budgets for HSE activities
- Drive efforts to reduce the environmental impact of manufacturing processes including hazardous and solid waste minimization and reduced water and energy consumption
- Manage all requirements related to chemical management including chemical approvals, GHS complaint labeling, employee training, and proper disposition
ABOUT YOU
- 5 - 8 years of health, safety, and environment experience required, manufacturing industry preferred
- CSP, CIH, CHMM certifications preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, Business, or closely related field strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of safety codes, OSHA 1910, EPA regulations, and other regulatory agencies
- Working knowledge of environmental codes, EPA, and other regulatory agencies
- Experience with Lean Problem Solving (8D/A3 tools), Incident Investigation, and Root Cause Analysis
- Leadership experience, developing and driving initiatives
- Experience preparing and delivering HSE trainings
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The noise level in the plant is usually moderate to high. Ear plugs may be required in some areas of the plant. Employees are required to wear safety shoes and safety glasses throughout the plant.
WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit to learn more.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?
Gates Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of gender, race, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or any other protected class defined by state or local law.
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
5 to 8 years
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