HSE Lead

You will help shape the future of agriculture by:

• Acting as primary HSE&S (Health, Safety, Environment & Security) advisor/liaison for the site leadership team. 
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local HSE&S regulations and Syngenta policies and standards. 
• Responsible for all aspects of HSE&S programs development, implementation, and improvement. 
• Adding expertise and collaborating with the greater Syngenta HSE community.
• Ensure site compliance with federal, state and local HSE&S (Health, Safety, and Environment & Security) regulations and Syngenta policies and standards, including security.
• Own the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of a comprehensive HSE program and related management systems for site(s).
• Coordinate and risk assess projects impacting HSE, e.g., management of change (i.e. quality changes, process improvements, etc.), new construction, and other initiatives.
• Primary point of contact between NA HSE&S Corporate or HSE&S Regulatory Entity and Site(s).
• Lead, influence and own all HSE&S Site(s) Inspections (regulatory or otherwise) through action plan closure.
• Facilitate Letter of Assurance and Operational Safety Profile process, communicate significant HSE risks to the business, and oversee action item closure. 
• Provide HSE&S related guidance and training for all employees, 3rd party contract employees, trade contractors and visitors Employ HSE&S awareness techniques, including toolbox talks, safety meetings/committees and safety alerts; enhance employee engagement.
• Develop, improve and maintain site Intranet information, databases and pertinent records, SAP and other database entry as needed.
• Participate on site incident investigations and lead HSE&S communications regarding incident learning’s.

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, we are currently seeking a Health, Safety and Environmental Lead in Dassel, MN.

• High School Diploma and a combination of education and experience in related field
• Knowledge of HSE&S (Health, Safety, Environment & Security) regulations, e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT
• Ability to organize and conduct a site HSE audit, conduct risk analysis of HSE issues
• A minimum of three years of HSE experience
• Ability to identify potential risks and safety issues throughout the site & during design reviews
• Ability to work with a variety of people and develop a strong HSE&S culture
• Ability to create and communicate through networks, newsletters, safety bulletins and the intranet
• Ability to conduct thorough HSE&S audits and inspections

What We Offer

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members

We offer flexible work options to support your work and personal needs

Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day

401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution

Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status

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