HSE Manager

Location:

Yankton, SD, US, 57078 Career area:
Health, Safety & Environment Department: HSE - YTX Job Type: Permanent Apply by:
December 14, 2026

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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

The Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Manager is accountable for designing and executing comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe and compliant work environment. This position entails performing risk assessments, delivering training, and ensuring accurate documentation to foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the HSE Manager acts as a strategic partner, working closely with the team to meet safety KPIs and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols by both staff and floor employees.

• Develop and implement plant-wide safety programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring clear communication and understanding across all levels of staff. Notify management promptly of any significant safety concerns and collaborate on effective solutions.
• Ensure management conducts thorough accident investigations and prepares accurate reports for serious incidents.
• Assist in managing and maintaining environmental records, ensuring compliance with permits, operating conditions, sampling, and regulatory standards.
• Keep the plant’s incident management system updated with accurate and current information. Maintain safety records, including training logs, evacuation plans, and documentation of accidents and incidents.
• Identify hazardous conditions and actively contribute to their resolution. Conduct and manage risk assessments as needed.
• Perform regular environmental health and safety inspections. Support department managers and supervisors in implementing corrective actions for safety and environmental concerns.
• Develop and deliver company-wide training programs in line with occupational health and safety laws, OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and internal standards. Co-chair Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings and oversee the safe return-to-work program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Education/Experience
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• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety Management, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management in an industrial environment.
• Practical knowledge of ISO 18001 and ISO 14001 certification, Intellect operating system, and document control as well as environmental regulations and reporting. Familiarity with and environmental (EPA) regulations, including record-keeping requirements, is a major asset.
• Strong expertise in managing occupational injury cases.
• Understanding of, and experience with, the Workers Compensation process.
• Applied workplace safety and OSHA regulations knowledge to include experience implementing the following critical safety programs: lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined space, hazard communication, mobile equipment and machine guarding.
• Ability to speak English with Spanish…