The Environmental Health, and Safety Manager will implement policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
- Develops environmental, health and safety programs and procedures for all areas of the company as necessary.
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal Environmental, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
- Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics.
- Monitors compliance EHS programs.
- Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks.
- Develops and implements inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.
- Drafts inspection reports to document inspection findings.
- Analyzes design of industrial, office and other equipment to maximize comfort, safety and productivity.
- Partners with multiple work groups to control or correct potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
- Investigates incidents to identify their causes and to determine how they might be prevented in the future.
- Compiles and submits accident reports required by regulatory agencies.
- Ensures that material safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
- Maintains records of discharge of or employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required.
- Enforces use of safety equipment and PPE.
- Participates in the investigation of incidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in investigations.
- Maintains safety files and records in an orderly manner and ensures confidentiality.
- Oversees the administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to cut down on lost employee time and unjust claims.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required.
Experience:
- 5 years of progressive Industrial Safety experience in a manufacturing, construction, technical or other similar environment, preferred.
Computer Skills:
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Working knowledge of ergonomic assessment tools (REBA, RULA, and NIOSH lifting equation)
Certificates & Licenses:
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), preferred.
Other Requirements:
- Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.
- 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.
- Interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels
- Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize work
- Ability to record and efficiently document information
- Read, write and communicate using English language enough to perform job functions (other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)
- Experience with Operational Excellence methodologies