What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health and Safety Manager position at SWM International?
Job Summary:
Under general direction, the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Manager will oversee and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local EH&S regulations for the Ancram, New York and Prosperity, South Carolina sites. This position will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining programs that prioritize safety, health, and environmental sustainability across our operations. The EH&S Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement. This position will report the status of all projects and initiatives to the leader.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops, implement, and maintain EH&S policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
- Conducts regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Investigates workplace accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
- Provides EH&S training and education for employees at all levels to promote awareness and compliance.
- Manages hazardous waste disposal, air quality permits, chemical inventory, and other environmental compliance programs.
- Leads emergency response planning and coordinate drills to ensure readiness.
- Monitors changes in EH&S regulations and standards; communicate updates to management and implement necessary adjustments.
- Tracks, analyzes, and reports EH&S performance metrics; identify opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborates with facility managers, contractors, and external agencies to maintain safe working environments.
- Supports sustainability initiatives and identify opportunities for reducing environmental impact.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience.
- 5 years of experience in EH&S management, preferably in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial setting.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local EH&S regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DEC).
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels.
- Proven experience in developing and delivering safety training programs.
- Certification(s) such as CSP, CHMM, or CIH
- Proficiency in EH&S management software and tools.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
Working Conditions:
- Work is typically performed in a combination of office and field settings, with occasional exposure to outdoor environments and industrial sites.
- Travel up to 20%.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 6% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Ancram, NY 12502 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000
