HESQ Manager

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The HESQ Operations Manager reports administratively to the Mobile (MOBL) Plant Manager and functionally to the Coating Solutions Platform (CSP) Global HES Director. This role provides strong and inclusive leadership, clear strategic direction, and operational oversight for all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality (HESQ) programs at the site. The position leads a multidisciplinary team of 13 employees, including Safety Specialists, the Lead Environmental Engineer and Wastewater Treatment Operators, as well as the Quality Lab Supervisor and laboratory staff.

The HESQ Operations Manager is accountable for maintaining high standards in Environmental Compliance, Occupational Safety and Health, Process Safety Management, Product Quality Systems, Physical Security, and Wastewater Treatment (WWT) operations. Responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, aligning with permit expectations, completing PHAs, MOCs, and RCIs on schedule, and maintaining strong alignment with the Quality Lab Supervisor to reinforce quality systems, technical rigor, and customer expectations.

The position is located in a chemical manufacturing facility with all the inherent risks. Travel is minimal witih 5%. The role may rquire occasional off-hours support to meet operational, emergency response, or shift-related needs. Activities may include:

• Ensure the MOBL site maintains full compliance with all Health, Environmental, Safety, and Quality requirements using proactive, prevention‑focused risk management principles.
• Ensure all incidents are promptly reported, investigated, and supported by effective corrective and preventive actions that reduce recurrence. Encourage open communication so employees feel comfortable raising concerns and contributing to safe operations.
• Lead PHAs, MOCs, RCIs, AIMs, and related programs to ensure regulatory and corporate expectations are met consistently and on schedule.
• Oversee the Emergency Response Plan, serve as Emergency Director, and conduct drills that prepare employees and contractors to respond safely and confidently.
• Manage Industrial Hygiene and medical surveillance programs to support the health and well‑being of employees, ensuring transparent communication and engagement so team members understand program expectations and benefits.
• Manage plant security interfacing with contract security. Provide guidance and ensure policy adherence

• Ensure the site maintains full compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental permits, including accurate and timely submission of required regulatory reports. Provide clear communication to the team regarding compliance expectations, changes in regulatory requirements, and upcoming deadlines.
• Offer guidance on evolving environmental regulations and support programs that enhance long‑term site performance. Work collaboratively with internal and corporate partners to align on environmental priorities, strengthen operational practices, and support continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership to the Lead Environmental Engineer and oversee the safe, compliant operation of the wastewater treatment systems. This includes validating staffing levels, supporting training and onboarding, confirming proper documentation practices, and ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and tracked effectively.
• Support wastewater treatment personnel by promoting a cooperative and engaged work environment, ensuring team members understand their responsibilities, have access to necessary resources, and are encouraged to contribute ideas that improve safety, compliance, and operational reliability.
• Maintain constructive and professional relationships with regulatory agencies, proactively preparing the site for inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions. Communicate transparently with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance status, environmental reporting, and overall environmental stewardship efforts.
• Reinforce a team culture that values accountability, technical…