Sr. Director of HSE & Operations Excellence

SUMMARY: The Senior Director of HSE and Operations Excellence will be the owner and driver of developing and implementing a comprehensive HSE program and Operating Management System while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This strategic role requires a deep understanding of operating management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, process safety management, and the ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• and implement the business plan and strategy for the HSE function.
• implement, and oversee Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and policies.
• and drive quality in process hazard analyses (PHA) and ensure follow-up on recommendations.
• and ensure compliance management systems are in place and monitored.
• operations and ensure development and implementation of policies, procedures, and training programs related to HSE to achieve consistency throughout the Seaboard Energy facilities.
• optimize, and implement operations excellence strategies, policies, and procedures that drive process improvement and increase efficiency and productivity.
• and implement a continuous improvement (CI) program and own the implementation of the program in all locations across the organization.
• the development and implementation of the operating management system, including regulatory compliance.
• a culture of collaboration and ensure that best practices are shared across the organization.
• hands-on leadership and facilitation of CI initiatives across the organization and work directly with local plant leaders to assess, prioritize, and implement CI actions.
• training and development to build CI toolkits (i.e., process mapping, root cause analysis, etc.) and drive consistent methodologies across the network.
• local plant GAP assessments and collaborate with site leadership to implement action items.
• and drive expectations of disciplined operations through development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training programs to train and mentor all skilled crafts in the plants.

REQUIREMENTS: A successful candidate must possess the ability to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory level. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as listed below.

• degree in engineering, chemistry, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• years of experience in progressive operations leadership roles with a focus on operational excellence and/or HSE.
• knowledge of multiple operations disciplines (i.e., operations, quality systems, HSE, Lean/Six Sigma tools, etc.) amongst products, including experience leading the implementation of lean manufacturing, kaizen methodology and productions systems.
• to work across the network with strong influencing skills to achieve desired results without direct reporting responsibilities.
• experience in gathering and analyzing business data and key performance indicators for senior level leadership teams.
• to read and write clear, accurate and concise reports and business correspondence using standard Microsoft Office programs.
• to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, regulators, consultants, and the general public.