EHS Manager / Plant Safety Manager

Candidates Must Have Manufacturing Experience

OBJECTIVE

Lead the implementation and administration of an effective EHS program that ensures a safe work environment for employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors. Maintain regulatory compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, industrial hygiene, and occupational health and safety regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) regarding interpretation of EHS regulations


• Build and maintain positive relationships with federal, state, and local regulators. Serve as the primary contact for OSHA, EPA, or affiliated agencies


• Maintain EHS metrics on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis and develop plans to improve performance by analyzing trends. Maintain OSHA logs and required associated records.


• Investigate and analyze incidents and identify root cause(s). Follow 5-Why or Fault Tree Analysis investigative methods.


• Assist engineering and production with development of corrective actions derived from incident investigations, audits, or inspections.


• Recommend improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to minimize the hazard potential or environmental impact.


• Ensure EHS programs, policies, and procedures are compliant with applicable regulations and consistently implemented and enforced.


• Maintain compliance with existing permit requirements. Submit new permit applications or permit renewals as necessary.


• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submittal of all required safety and environmental reports, records, and fees as required.


• Facilitate site safety meetings. Conduct annual EHS trainings and orientation for new hires.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required, Masters degree desirable.


• Five years of related experience preferred.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.