Senior Manager, SHE&S - St. Louis, MO at DSM

St. Louis, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safety, Health, Environmental, Regulatory Compliance, Operational Excellence, Interpersonal Skills, Data Analysis, Training, Auditing, Emergency Response, Hazardous Materials, Risk Mitigation, ISO Standards, Laboratory Operations, Microsoft Office, Industrial Hygiene

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Senior Manager, Safety, Health, Environmental & Security (SHES) St. Louis, MO Onsite As the SHE Senior Manager at dsm-firmenich's St. Louis site, you will lead and continuously improve our Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) programs across manufacturing, office, and laboratory environments. You'll be the site's primary contact for all safety and environmental matters, ensuring regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of safety, and driving operational excellence. At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace. Your key responsibilities Oversee, develop, and continuously improve SHE programs for the St. Louis site, including hands-on support, program implementation, training, and organizing monthly meetings and inspections, including providing 24/7 emergency response support for facility operations and safety/security events. Lead site SHE audits and environmental programs to assure compliance and drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OSHA, and FSSC 22000 standards, and implement dsm-firmenich's SHE policies and procedures across all site activities. Manage regulatory compliance for hazardous materials, hazardous waste (chemical and biological), wastewater, and DOT regulations (local, state, and federal); interface with regulatory agencies as needed. Record and analyze injury and safety data, report metrics to management, and propose actions to foster positive trends and mitigate risks. Support line management and promote a culture of safety in manufacturing, office, and laboratory settings. Guide and ensure compliance for safe work permitting processes (e.g., hot-work, lock-out/tag-out/try-out, work at height, ergonomics, hazardous materials), including writing, issuing, and auditing permits. We bring The ability to be a part of a highly creative and imaginative team in an incredibly competitive and inspiring industry A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future A fast-paced environment surrounded by some of the biggest talents and brands in the flavor industries An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future You bring BS/BA/MS in a scientific or engineering discipline (degree in Safety, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related preferred) with 5+ years of SHE experience, including decision-making affecting employee health & safety or facility compliance, and laboratory operations management. Demonstrated knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations; experience auditing compliance. Practical experience in health, safety, and environmental areas (e.g., lockout/tagout/tryout, work at heights, lifting/hoisting, inspections, root cause analysis, health risk assessment, hazard communication, industrial hygiene). Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels with experience in computer-based training systems and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred: Active safety certification (CHMM, ASP, CSP). In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. About dsm-firmenich At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work. Agency statement We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.

Responsibilities

Oversee and improve SHE programs at the St. Louis site, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Lead audits and manage regulatory compliance for hazardous materials and waste.