Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager - Sustainability & Energy Focus

At Poclain Hydraulics, safety isn't just a rule - it's a core value. We're looking for an HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) Manager who is passionate about creating a workplace where every employee goes home safe and healthy every day.

This role will champion safety, environmental, and energy initiatives across our Yorkville site, working closely with leadership and employees at all levels to drive a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Lead site health, safety, environmental, and energy programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Empower employees with stop work authority and reinforce behavioral-based safety practices.
• Drive audits, inspections, and risk assessments while leading investigations and corrective action planning.
• Partner with leadership to integrate safety into daily decision-making and champion recognition programs.
• Monitor environmental performance and energy usage, recommending and implementing efficiency improvements.
• Serve as the site representative with regulatory agencies and external auditors.
• Enhance and deliver effective HSE training to employees and contractors.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of HSE/energy management experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, DNR, NFPA, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with incident investigations, audits, and reporting.
• Solid data analysis skills (Excel, Power BI, or similar).
• Proven ability to lead cultural change and engage employees at all levels.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CEM, or CHMM.

Why Join Us

• Be a key leader in shaping a strong safety culture at a global company.
• Collaborate with teams across operations, engineering, and maintenance.
• Contribute to sustainability and energy reduction initiatives.
• Enjoy a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
  • Base salary
  • Annual Bonus (paid up to 200%)
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Match 5% (company contributions immediately vested)
  • Profit sharing (historically over 5%)
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to make an impact?
Apply today and help us ensure that safety, health, and sustainability remain at the heart of everything we do.

For more information, visit our website: Poclain Hydraulics | Poclain Hydraulics (poclain-hydraulics.com) or our LinkedIn page: (79) Poclain Hydraulics: Overview | LinkedIn

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