EHS Manager

Description

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead investigation of near miss and injury incidents and assist with developing and tracking the corrective actions

• Develop and implement the EHS Training Plans for the site

• Coordinate and present training programs in general safety and facility training and/or specialty area

• Drive participation in BBS observations and gather and review data collected to provide site leadership focus on safety activities

• Conduct safety portion of New Employee Orientation

• Ensure site maintains compliance regarding local, state, and federal health, safety, and environmental standards and requirements

• Track and report activities identified by the site Safety & Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)

• Coordinate with Plant Manager on facility deficiencies and monthly safety inspections/audits

• Ensure inspections by regulatory agencies are coordinated and deficiencies minimized and corrected

• Maintain all logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements (OSHA 300, TIER, etc.)

• Collaborate with Engineering, Process Engineering, and/or Maintenance to update needed SOPs as needed to ensure safe work practices and equipment utilization

• Maintain filing systems regarding worker training and safety

• Participate in institutional professional development and training

• Participate in the development of safety guidelines and related environmental health and safety communications and educational information

• Practice safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by the Company

• Provide advice, assistance, and management to ensure that effective EHS processes are implemented

• Provide daily guidance and direction in EHS programs at the employee/supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach

• Serve as chair on safety committees/councils

• Maintain inventory of safety equipment and supplies

• Support ISO14001 certification activities (if applicable)

• Prepare and distribute reports on safety metrics such as leading indicators and incident rates.

• Hold regular formal department and BU safety reviews.

• Maintain and review risk assessments.

• Implement risk assessments on all new processes at design and operation stages.

• Implement program of training and developing in all aspects of safe working.

• Maintain required Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and train employees.

• Prepare site security, safety, health, environmental and sustainability objectives and goals in support of the company strategy.

• Investigate and report workplace accidents.

• Perform internal safety audits.

• Facilities knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Compressed Air

• Maintenance - OEE, Visions systems, automation

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety, or related field

• 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment leading to environmental and safety compliance is preferred

• Specific training in OSHA, emergency response, basic first aid, CPR, and use of an AED preferred

• Safety Certification/s (CSP, ASP, SMS, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC, CET) a plus

Required Skills:

• Team player and able to build and maintain relationships both internally and externally

• Collaboration and delegation skills

• Flexible to change

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Understanding and experience using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

• Project Management and prioritization abilities

• Ability to operate calmly during a crisis situation