HSES Manager

At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future. 

We are looking for team members who bring ideas forward, champion others and work together to do better. Does that sound like you?

About the job

This is a key leadership role responsible for driving Health, Safety, Environmental and Security excellence at our Salisbury, NC site. The HSES Manager plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, fostering a strong safety culture, and supporting sustainable operations across the site.

In your future role as HSES Manager, you will

· Lead and manage site Health, Safety, Environmental and Security (HSES) programs to ensure compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.

· Oversee environmental permitting, reporting, and compliance activities, including air, stormwater, and other regulatory programs.

· Serve as the site safety expert by implementing and continuously improving safety initiatives, incident investigations, emergency response planning, and behavioral safety programs.

· Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, acting as champion for incident investigation and emergency planning processes.

· Drive sustainability initiatives and Responsible Care activities while guiding site leadership on HSES policies, procedures, and best practices.

· Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, community organizations, and emergency response groups, to support site objectives and compliance.

We believe you bring

· Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, with chemistry coursework or equivalent technical knowledge.

· Extensive experience in health, safety, and environmental management within a heavy manufacturing or industrial environment.

· Deep knowledge of environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and reporting requirements.

· Experience developing, implementing, and continuously improving safety management systems and programs.

· Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Great if you have

· Experience in the chemical, pharmaceutical, or other process manufacturing industries.

· Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.

· Knowledge of Responsible Care, OSHA regulations, emergency response planning, and sustainability initiatives.

We believe you are

You take ownership and proactively drive results while maintaining a strong focus on safety and compliance. You are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You collaborate effectively with others, communicate clearly, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You make sound decisions, remain effective under pressure, and navigate ambiguity with confidence. Above all, you are committed to fostering a positive safety culture and continuous improvement mindset.

Have we got your interest?

This is a permanent, on site position on a full-time basis, reporting to the Site Manager and based in Salisbury, NC.

We look forward to receiving your application!

About Nouryon

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If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment.

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