Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Description

Back to the “BASX.”  

With core values based on People, Product, Pride and Perseverance, BASX, located in Redmond, OR, was founded in 2014 by two entrepreneurial engineers who had a vision for providing precision air handling systems. Fast forward just 10 years, BASX, now an integral part of AAON, is an industry leader in the innovative research, development, design and manufacturing of custom heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions. 

Our goal is to partner with companies, in a wide range of industries such as data centers, clean rooms and surgery centers, who come to us with complex challenges that need to be resolved.  Our team has a world-class reputation for manufacturing custom HVAC solutions that exceed our customers' needs and expectations, and we are proud to manufacture over 90% of our units, from start to finish, right here in beautiful Central Oregon.

Our team is rapidly increasing, from 200 employees in 2022 to over 900 today, to meet the demand for our innovative solutions, and we are looking for talented individuals within a broad range of specialties to continue this incredible growth.

If you are looking for a job in a dynamic, fast-paced, growing, and fun environment where you can develop and hone your skills, we want to meet you. Our team enjoys flexible shift schedules and generous benefits, including medical, dental and vision, and short- and long-term disability as well as both a 401(k) and an HSA (Health Savings Account) with a 175% employer match. We welcome people who have a passion for ingenuity, perseverance, and pride, and who love innovation and the satisfaction of knowing their work matters.

Job Summary:  Leads the Environmental, Health and Safety program and manages the EH&S Team within the organization.  Develops and implements policies, programs, and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of employees and the protection of the environment.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, and aligns EH&S policies and procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensures that policies are communicated to all levels of the organization.
• Monitors and ensures continued compliance with environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations.
• Keeps abreast of changes in legislation and updates policies accordingly.
• Conducts regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace.
• Develops strategies to mitigate risks and prevent accidents or incidents.
• Provides EH&S training to employees at all levels.
• Creates and delivers educational programs on topics such as hazard communication, emergency response, and ergonomics.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes.
• Develops and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develops and implements emergency response plans.
• Conducts drills and training exercises to ensure preparedness for emergencies.
• Manages programs related to environmental protection, waste management, and sustainability.
• Ensures compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
• Maintains accurate records related to EH&S activities, incidents, and training.
• Prepares and submits required reports to regulatory agencies in a timely manner.
• Communicates EH&S goals and objectives to employees, management, and other stakeholders.
• Fosters a culture of safety and environmental responsibility within the organization.
• Conducts regular EH&S audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Works with internal and external auditors as needed.
• Collaborates with other department leaders to integrate EH&S considerations into business processes.
• Works with external agencies, such as OSHA or environmental agencies, as necessary.
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement in EH&S performance.
• Implements and tracks the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Occupational or Industrial Health, or other related field and 5 years of EHS experience.  Master’s degree or ASP/CSP certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of relevant regulations.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work well with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively to create a safe and compliant work environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment:

• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50lbs.
• Ability to climb and stoop as needed and sit/walk for prolonged periods during working hours.
• Ability to work in manufacturing facilities and regularly be exposed to varying and extreme temperatures, loud noises, dust, chemical fumes, sharp metal objects and heavy forklift traffic.

Salary : $102,876 - $139,186