Manager, Environmental Health & Safety-Airport Road

Astec

The Role

Overview

Lead EH&S programs, ensure compliance, train staff, improve safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • policy development
  • hazard identification
  • regulatory reporting
  • training delivery
  • incident investigation
  • compliance monitoring

Tasks

-Prepare, maintain, and update safety and environmental policy and procedure manuals. -Identify chemical hazards and other workplace risks; implement corrective actions to eliminate, contain, or remove hazards. -Complete and submit all required federal, state, and local environmental reports and chemical inventories on time, including fee payments. -Develop and implement inspection policies, procedures, and schedules for routine facility inspections. -Deliver training to employees on policies, procedures, and regulations related to workplace safety and hazard protection. -Maintain accurate safety and environmental training records, ensuring OSHA and regulatory compliance. -Prepare and distribute reports, including monthly inspection summaries, and follow up on corrective actions. -Review and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, and systems to align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. -Conduct thorough investigations of workplace incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. -Design, implement, and maintain company policies in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Stay informed of regulatory changes and update company policies accordingly. -Provide support and perform other duties as assigned to advance the company’s safety and environmental objectives. -Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, insurance representatives, and workers’ compensation providers. -Design and deliver impactful training programs that build ownership of safety across all levels of the organization. -Prepare and schedule training covering emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other critical topics. -Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering to identify opportunities for process improvement, ergonomic enhancements, and hazard elimination. -Lead and participate in Kaizen, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives related to safety and environmental performance. -Champion a Safety-First and Continuous Improvement culture focused on preventing incidents and reducing risk. -Provide input on the design and development of facilities, work areas, and procedures to ensure EHS best practices are incorporated. -Monitor compliance with safety procedures and recommend or implement corrective actions as needed

Requirements

  • bachelor's degree
  • microsoft office
  • ehs knowledge
  • manufacturing
  • interpersonal
  • confidentiality

What You Bring

-Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and employee information. -Bachelor’s degree preferred. -Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively, exercise sound judgment, solve problems, and manage workload independently under pressure. -Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business -1–5+ years of experience in a technical role within a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated knowledge in EH&S programs preferred; or a combination of education, training, and experience providing equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. -Comprehensive understanding of environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and best practices. -Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). -Exceptional oral and written skills; resourceful, well-organized, and detail-oriented.

The Company

About Astec

-Founded with a vision to provide innovative equipment solutions to the construction industry. -A leader in the design and manufacturing of equipment for road building, aggregate processing, and energy sectors. -Delivers reliable, durable machinery that helps build infrastructure and energy projects around the world. -Known for pioneering technologies in asphalt mixing, crushing, screening, and environmental solutions. -Astec's commitment to product innovation has shaped major projects globally, from highways to power plants. -Throughout its history, Astec has led with a forward-thinking approach to sustainability in construction. -The company’s diverse portfolio spans across infrastructure development, industrial energy solutions, and more. -Astec’s impact can be seen in projects that range from municipal infrastructure to global energy plants.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Aggregates

Mining

Road Building

Concrete Production

Industrial Automation

Asphalt Plant Control Systems

Aggregate Processing

Recycling Facilities

Construction Activities