Health & Safety Manager

SJC, 18146 Dallas St SW, Rochester, Washington, United States of America •

SJC, 1640 Marc Avenue, Tacoma, Washington, United States of America •

Curtis, WA 98538, USA

Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for driving Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) compliance, culture, and performance across multiple Peeler facilities in the Pacific Northwest. This role serves as a strategic partner to operations, acting as the on-the-ground expert for EHS programs, audits, training, and incident management.

The ideal candidate will establish a home base at one Peeler site (ideally a Washington State site such as Rochester, Curtis, or Tacoma) while providing hands‑on support and routine travel to surrounding locations. This individual ensures that all facilities operate in alignment with regulatory requirements and Stella‑Jones’ internal EHS and Quality (QA/M1003) management systems.

• Lead EHS and QA activities across multiple Peeler facilities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations.
• Conduct facility inspections, audits, and assessments to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee EHS permit applications, renewals, and regulatory documentation.
• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve EHS and QA policies, programs, and procedures.
• Manage and support the QA M1003 management system at assigned locations.

• Deliver and coordinate EHS/QA training for supervisors, hourly employees, and leadership teams.
• Provide guidance and direction to plant managers, supervisors, and employees regarding safety expectations and environmental compliance.
• Support development and reinforcement of a strong safety culture through engagement, communication, and visible leadership.
• Lead or support investigations for accidents, near misses, environmental incidents, and corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate and timely EHS reporting, recordkeeping, and documentation in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Participate in company‑wide safety programs and initiatives.

• Regular travel throughout assigned Peeler facilities in the Pacific Northwest is required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Candidates may qualify through one of two different paths:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health (or a related field) plus 2 years of industrial safety work experience
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus 5 years of industrial safety work experience

• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office
• Significant experience in implementing safety management systems or programs preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to train and educate staff on environmental & safety protocols and regulations
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• (Preferred) OSHA-authorized safety certifications applicable to industrial or wood products manufacturing, such as OSHA 30‑hour General Industry, OSHA 511, or OSHA 510

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
• Several company‑paid benefits including:
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
• Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Ability to purchase Company stock

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled