What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Manager position at Boehringer Ingelheim - North America?
EHS Program Management and Compliance (30%):
- Develops and implements robust EHS programs, training initiatives, and policies to reduce incidents and ensure compliance with regulations and company requirements.
- Stays updated on regulatory and company requirements for ongoing compliance.
- Provides leadership, education, and overall management of Loss Control Programs, including Environmental, Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Biosafety, and Hazardous/Solid Waste Management.
- Establishes and maintains programs and management systems driving top-tier safety performance.
- Leads efforts to educate employees on best practices, precautions, and established procedures.
- Reviews standards, conduct surveys, and ensure adherence to EHS requirements.
- Conducts audits, provides comprehensive reports, and follows up on implementation.
- Collaborates with Occupational Health and HR personnel in Workers' Compensation claims and facilitates return-to-work programs.
- Tracks and reports key EHS metrics for performance monitoring and improvement.
- Demonstrates a visible and tangible commitment to EHS in all work-related activities, serving as a role model for the organization.
Improving Safety Culture (20%):
- Implements strategies to promote and improve safety culture throughout the organization, emphasizing safety as a core value.
- Engages with employees at all levels to foster a proactive safety mindset and encourage participation in safety initiatives.
- Develops and delivers targeted training programs to enhance safety awareness and behaviors.
- Encourages open communication and reporting of safety concerns, near misses, and incidents.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and implement safety improvement opportunities.
- Recognizes and rewards individuals and teams for contributions to safety.
- Assesses and evaluates the effectiveness of safety culture initiatives.
- Acts as a role model for safety, consistently promoting safe work practices.
Continuous Improvement in EHS (20%):
- Facilitates Site & Corporate EHS projects for continuous improvement in environmental, health, and safety practices.
- Integrates EHS resources into capital projects and change management processes.
- Continuously improves EHS goals and objectives based on best practices and regulatory standards.
- Maintains a strong presence on the plant floor, engaging with employees to foster a safety culture.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement safety measures and operational enhancements.
- Conducts regular assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement.
- Stays updated on emerging EHS trends, regulations, and technologies.
You should be proficient in:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
- Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
- FDA Regulations
- USDA Regulations
- Pharmaceuticals
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
