EHS Manager

A well-established manufacturing company with excellent benefits is seeking an experienced EHS Manager with a strong background in both Environmental and Safety management. Experience in chemical manufacturing is preferred.

Summary

Plans and coordinates environmental, health and safety program requiring application of engineering principles and technology to analyze and control conditions contributing to occupational hazards and diseases by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develops and implements programs and policies for monitoring, controlling, and preventing chemical, physical, and biological hazards at the facility.
• Surveys, compiles, and analyzes data relating to occupational and environmental health issues such as chemical exposure, smoke, fumes, noise, temperatures, dusts, vapors, mists, gases, lighting, and ergonomics which are known or suspected of being real or potential detriments to health.
• Evaluates company health and safety performance records, internal compliance audits, training, and makes recommendations to upper management to correct any observed issues.
• Develops or provides input to hazardous material communications, including maintaining material safety data sheets, policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for all equipment purchased, maintained, and operated by the EHS department.
• Implements or recommends control measures for exposure to hazardous materials or conditions.
• Supervises all outside environmental contractors.
• Maintains OSHA compliance and provide technical guidance to management, government agencies, and regarding health-related problems and correct use of protective clothing, etc.
• Monitors the company’s EPA and OSHA standards in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develops and implements a program to monitor worker injuries through proper incident investigations and provides recommendations for corrective actions.
• Maintains working knowledge of new developments in the industry and governmental regulations.
• Develop and facilitate EHS training, waste management and other daily activities for workers on issues related to environmental, health and safety.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises the employees in the EHS department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Training

On the job training relating to the day-to-day functions of the position will be completed by the department manager or supervisor, as identified in QOP 03-01. Required EHS training will be given as identified in OSHA-GEN-19 EHS Training Policy.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management – Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict; not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Change Management – Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Delegation – Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Leadership – Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others.
• Managing People – Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability.
• Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization’s goals and values.
• Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Planning / Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative – Undertakes self-development activities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work; Presents ideas and information in a manner that’s gets others’ attention.
• If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Crystal Meeks at cmeeks@cps4jobs.com.
  
  

JO: 71.25CM

Salary

$85,000 - $125,000

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Company Match
• ESOP
• Life, AD&D, Long term care, short- & long-term disabilities
  
  

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; and two or more years related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Windows Operating system; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Driver’s License

24-Hour Hazwoper

DOT/RCRA Certification

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

• If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Crystal Meeks at cmeeks@cps4jobs.com.
  
  

JO: 71.25CM