What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environment, Health and Safety Manager position at ClinLab Staffing?
EHS Manager-New Brunswick, NJ
Area Of Responsibility:
Providing consultation and services to corporate and site leadership regarding existing and emerging Environmental, Health, and Safety issues. Serving as EHS representative to provide guidance on facility planning and design.
Developing, enhancing and communicating the EHS vision and three to five year strategic plan. Conducting all required EHS training and company-wide communications.
Developing and communicating annual EHS goals and objectives; overseeing and promoting deployment of corporate EHS management systems and processes.
Working with other departments to design/implement/audit best processes for EHS performance on projects as assigned.
Developing and monitoring key EHS metrics (leading/lagging) to track EHS performance throughout the organization. Track and report safety metrics.
Developing site-specific EHS plans, policies, and procedures to comply with internal and regulatory requirements.
Develop and maintain programs and guidelines to meet safety and environmental regulatory requirements.
Ensuring compliance with local state, and federal EHS regulations by conducting self-inspections and audits. Ensure that safety and environmental audits/inspections are conducted and documented. Ensure that action items are assigned as needed to address safety and environmental issues and track to completion.
Ensure that accident investigations are conducted as required. Working with site teams to develop and implement accident prevention and control methods with a focus on hazard elimination and engineering control methods.
Determining relevant environmental issues by developing and completing air, water, waste, and analytical tests and synthesizing data derived from measurements; characterizing site conditions and waste materials; determining sources of pollution
Resolving environmental issues by researching, analyzing, selecting and applying environmental engineering concepts, approaches, techniques and criteria; communicating expert information; coordinating actions; reviewing open issues and action items
Evaluate job tasks and make recommendations as needed to ensure that tasks are performed safely, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment
Manage internal company Safety Committee meetings
Ensure that safety training is planned and scheduled, including safety training for new employees Ensure that hearing and respiratory testing is planned and scheduled for employees
Ensure that the electronic MSDS system is maintained up to date and ensure paper copies are provided for employees who do not have computer access
This is supervisory position with direct reports; therefore, this position will establish goals and objectives, prepare performance appraisals, monitor/review work product and coach/mentor direct reports.
Environmental related to manufacturing/production environments:
Noise: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.
Fumes: Smoky or vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction. Odors: Unpleasant smells.
Gases: Examples include carbon monoxide and ozone.
Dust: Airborne particles of any kind, such as textile dust, wood, and silica.
Travel Estimate: Up to 10 %
Education and Job Qualification:
Minimum of a B.S. in science related degree or closely related field. M.S./PhD preferred.
Professional Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) highly desirable.
Regulatory Expertise with complete knowledge of local, state and federal Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations
Strong computer literacy and application capability required. Hazard identification
Able to develop and deliver training and development activities. Able to conduct Accident/Incident Investigations.
Demonstrated excellent communication: verbal, written and presentation skills. A self-starter with a hands-on approach and a can-do attitude.
A team building champion driving innovative cross functional synergies. Excellent project management and problem solving skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels.
Knowledge of environmental management programs and related software is considered a plus.
Experience:
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the Management of Safety and Environmental Health program, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
