Regional EHS Manager

Regional EHS Manager

Description:

The regional EHS Manager acts as the primary point of contact for all ISO 14001/9000, Responsible Care initiatives and Environmental Management Systems for North American Plants at Orion Engineered Carbons. He/she develops systems and standards that are required for ISO, Responsible Care certification, environmental permits, and membership in the ACC.

Essential Duties:

• Manage the process that will lead to ISO 14001 certification.

• Work with the US-based manufacturing sites and support functions to achieve ISO certification according based on an established timetable.

• Develop the EHSS and PS/PT procedures and standards that are required for ACC membership and ISO certification.

• Conduct internal audits to determine the current state of environmental and quality systems; identify gaps and remedial actions.

• Act as liaison and primary point of contact with third-party auditors on ISO and Responsible Care certifications.

• Support regional managers with respect to sustainability reporting, systems, and initiatives.

• Works with US plant EHS managers and manages US facilities reporting and permitting requirements.

• Establish and maintain effective communication and positive working relationships with key internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. A focus in chemical or mechanical engineering is strongly preferred; other engineering disciplines will be considered.

• At least five years of experience managing ISO14001/9001 certification initiatives is required.

• At least three years of operations or process safety experience in refining or specialty chemicals manufacturing is highly desired.

• A thorough understanding of the Responsible Care voluntary improvement initiative is essential.

• Active participation in the ACC, either as a staff member or volunteer would be an advantage.

• Six Sigma certification and experience managing Six Sigma projects are strong pluses.

• Must be familiar with Title V permitting, NPDES permitting, Carbon Black MACT, GHG reporting requirements, and other US environmental requirements.

EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

Orion's integrated EHSQ management system provides the framework and requirements for how we protect the environment, care for our people, keep our employees safe and deliver the highest quality products and services for our customers through ISO and Response Care Management Systems.