Health, Safety and Environmental Lead
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Environmental Science is required.
- HSE certifications are required.
- Five to seven years of experience with health and safety and environmental management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, is required.
- Demonstrated experience leading HSE programs or teams is required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Ability to influence at all levels of the organization is required.
- Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations and standards is required.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is required.
- An active-listener and coaching approach, with the ability to constructively challenge, is required.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s Health, Safety, and Environmental programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and driving continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
- Maintain required permits, records, and reporting in a timely manner.
- Lead internal and external audits and respond to identified non-conformances.
- Develop, implement, and manage HSE policies, procedures, and standards.
- Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and change management.
- Communicate workplace hazards to employees and ensure their awareness of them.
- Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
- Coordinate and deliver HSE training for employees and contractors, and ensure ongoing education regarding safety practices.
- Manage contractors.
- Drive programs that build a proactive safety culture.
- Lead Safety Team Committee meetings.
- Track, analyze, and report monthly safety and sustainability metrics.
- Lead emergency response planning and drills, and support or ensure maintenance of emergency equipment.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding workplace injuries and accidents.
- Serve as the key contact for the insurance company and employees on workers’ compensation cases.
- Schedule annual audio testing and track and report recordable incidents as needed.
- Manage HSE supplies and inventory.
- Monitor and manage environmental aspects, and ensure compliance with waste handling, storage, and disposal requirements.
- Manage HSE visual signs throughout facilities.
- Travel to and support both New York locations in Lancaster and Batavia.
About the company
Oetiker supplies high-quality connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and other industrial segments, focusing on ensuring reliable connections for mission-critical parts. Its product lineup includes clamps, rings, straps, and quick-connectors used in powertrain, drivetrain, and medical applications. The company combines products with engineering, prototyping, and testing support to quickly develop comprehensive clamping and connection solutions. With 1,800+ employees across more than 25 countries and over 75 years of experience, Oetiker positions itself as a global, long-term partner for leading OEMs. Its differentiators include deep expertise in a broad range of high-end clamps and connectors, combined with hands-on engineering services to tailor solutions and overcome specific clamping challenges. The company’s goal is to help customers achieve reliable connections in critical systems, maintaining trust and continuity as a global supplier.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Horgen, Switzerland
Founded
1942
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AD Plast broadens manufacturing into injection molding and deepens Nordic market access.
- Aftermarket Kits create recurring replacement demand outside volatile original-equipment programs.
- The 2026 news page shows active product merchandising and customer-facing commercialization efforts.
What critics are saying
- Automotive demand concentration exposes Oetiker to OEM production swings and supplier cuts.
- AD Plast integration can distract management and delay injection-molding synergies through 2026.
- No 2025-2026 hiring or expansion disclosures signal a quiet, low-momentum operating environment.
What makes Oetiker unique
- Oetiker, founded 1942, leads high-end connecting solutions from Horgen, Switzerland.
- November 25, 2024 AD Plast acquisition adds injection molding capability beyond clamps.
- Oetiker Aftermarket Kits target passenger, commercial, two-wheeler, cooling, and heating applications.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Training Programs