Manager, Health & Safety

Company Overview

Firestone Polymers, LLC is headquartered in Lake Charles, LA and manufactures polymers and synthetic rubber in our world-class ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 registered plant located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Firestones unique anionic polymerization technology allows production of high purity, high molecular weight polybutadiene and a wide range of block, random, and vinyl modified styrene-butadiene copolymers. These products are sold around the world for use in tires, impact modification of plastics and hot melt adhesives. Statistical process control is used in every step of the operation. Firestone Polymers, LLC is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, a division of Bridgestone Corporation, the worlds largest tire and rubber company.

Job Category

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Position Summary

We are seeking a Health & Safety Manager, this position encompasses activities related to the wellbeing of employees including, but not limited to the following:

– Oversee health, safety and security functions, activities, and management

for the location

– Developing and implementing policies and practices to identify/mitigate

hazardous conditions within the workplace.

– Identifying potential workplace hazards, unsafe equipment, work practices,

and working conditions.

– Investigating accidents and liaising with engineers, management, and

health and safety regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and

prevent their recurrence.

– Providing advice and training on safety protocols and conducting audits to

ensure compliance with organization and government standards related to

employee health and safety.

– Maintaining and analyzing records of workplace injuries, illness, and

absences to identify areas of concern and provide information required by

regulatory agencies.

– Manages and serves as the point of contact for health, safety, and security

functions for the Plant.

Responsibilities

Manages and develops experienced safety and health professionals who exercise independent discretion.

Develops, implements, and/or maintains programs, policies and strategy for short-term and long-term results, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures

Develops, implements, and/or maintains a comprehensive safety management system. This includes providing leadership and support for the line-driven safety process, occupational safety programs, industrial hygiene, fire prevention, and security

Oversees, supports, and develops the plant’s Safety and Health Committee while fostering and promoting an effective working relationship with the plant’s local Unions

Provides guidance on regulatory and legislative matters (OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA) and oversees government compliance inspections and activities.

Collaborates with corporate Safety and Health resources.

Decision making is guided by strategic objectives of specialization.

Must be able to communicates with executive and plant leadership, as well as teammates at all levels of the plant.

Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

Typically requires a BS in Safety / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering or equivalent and 4 years full-time safety and health experience. MS in Safety / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering and 2 years full time safety and health experience.

Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Professional Eng. (PE) or related certification preferred

We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage to apply!

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Employment Eligibility

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