Environmental, Health & Safety, and Human Resources Manager at Sugaright

Do you have a passion for safety? Do you want to work for a respected company that cares about its employees, encourages career growth, and is thriving?

If you want to be part of something that helps people stay safe and make a difference in the world apply today for a position with Sugaright!

We offer a positive workplace culture, competitive compensation, and a great benefits package that includes professional development and education assistance. Please go to www.sugaright.com to learn more about our company.

This role is a hybrid role that does encompass both EHS and HR. This is a startup location and will have a heavy focus on program stand up and recruitment

Primary Essential duties and responsibilities for Environmental Health and Safety/People Manager include, but are not limited to:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Health and Safety(H&S):

Oversees development of policies and programs meant to mitigate organizational impact on the environment or protect employees from health and safety risks found in the organization. Establishes guidelines governing the collection and maintenance of employee training records, health/safety manuals or handbooks, incident/accident reports, or other documentation. Audits facilities or processes to identify weaknesses or risks and proactively develops and implements corrective actions; ensures appropriate investigation of and response to accidents or injuries. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, or local statutes or regulations including OSHA.

• Function as a primary H & S resource
• Conduct new employee H & S orientation training, as well as on-going and refresher training as required.
• Ensure all training and employee and facility certification documentation is completed and maintained as required
• Conduct regular facility inspections to identify potential H & S issues.
• Work with plant managers, supervisors, and employees to mitigate any identified hazards.
• Ensure the implementation and on-going administration of all H & S programs and requirements including:

(i) GHS (haz-com) compliance, including SDS compilation.

(ii) Visitor and Contractor Safety programs.

(iii) Confined Space Entry, Hot Work, and LO/TO programs.

(iv) Development and support of Safety Committees and safety suggestion program.

• Conduct incident investigations and assist with reporting requirements.
• Assist in managing the relationship with the company employer medical provider, including the coordination and management of work-related injuries and the workers compensation program, and pre-employment physical evaluations and drug screening.
• Function as the primary point of contact for any OSHA inquiries and investigations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES People (HR):

Oversees execution of human resources policies and programs, which may include recruitment and onboarding, training and career development, employee relations, and compensation and benefits planning. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including EEO, FMLA, and FLSA. Assists line managers in the application of HR programs to departmental operations. Answers employee/candidate questions about HR policies and offerings.

• Function as the primary HR resource.
• Conduct new employee HR orientation training and onboarding, as well as on-going and refresher training as required.
• Ensure all HR training and certification documentation is completed and maintained as required: Sexual harassment, workplace violence, Employee Handbook.
• Partner with Plant Manager to recruit, interview, test and select site employees.
• Perform all required activities to insure successful and accurate employee time capture, and accurate and timely payroll the operation, including attendance and PTO record keeping.
• Timely and accurately, create and maintain (digitally and paper) all appropriate individual employee HR records and data: personal, payroll, benefits, discipline, job changes, wage changes, performance reviews, transfers, terminations, etc.
• Conduct initial HR incident investigations, report to the VP of HR, Safety and Environmental, and assist with resolution requirements.
• Administer employee separation data: discipline history, event investigation, manager and employee counseling, exit interviews, turnover statistics, Unemployment claims, etc.
• Create and conduct programs for benefits open enrollment, changes to timekeeping and payroll procedures, performance evaluations, HR audits, wage, and salary surveys.
• Accurate and timely communication with VP of HR, Safety and Environmental to support the Best People Best Workplace environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Single Site - Onsite

Salary: Starting at $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year depending on experience. (Negotiable)

Benefits:

• 10% Annual Bonus Potential
• Rich Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) + 4% matching (vested 100% immediately)
• Employee assistance program
• Employer Paid (100%) Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employer Paid (100%) Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Group Life Insurance Available (no physical required based on amount)
• 3-Weeks (15 days) Paid time off
• 5 days Sick Leave.
• Maternal and Paternal Leave.
• 8 Company Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive knowledge of the field's policies, procedures, and practices. Performs complex tasks. Leads and directs the work of other employees. Has full authority for personnel decisions and may have some impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change.

Environmental Health and Safety Manager-EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in "Industrial Health and Safety" preferred, or associate degree with 5+ years of related experience and/or training.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Bi-lingual English and Spanish fluency preferred. This is critical to success.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to read and write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required.
• Ability to effectively gather and present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, customers, and the general public required.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, some weekends

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Direct EHS in manufacturing setting: 5 years (Required)
• People: 1-2 years (preferred)
• Supervisory experience: 3-5 Years (preferred)

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