Mgr Environmental Health & Safety

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular EHS audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses to determine causes and prevent recurrences.
• Monitor and analyze EHS performance metrics and trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Provide EHS training and education to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS considerations into daily operations and decision-making processes.
• Manage hazardous materials and waste programs, including proper storage, handling, and disposal.
• Maintain accurate EHS records and documentation, ensuring timely reporting to regulatory agencies as required.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external auditors.

Hearing Conservation Program:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Hearing Conservation Program to protect employees from occupational noise-induced hearing loss.
• Conduct noise assessments and monitoring to identify areas with high noise levels and recommend engineering or administrative controls.
• Coordinate regular hearing tests and audiometric evaluations for employees exposed to high noise levels.
• Offer training and education on the proper use and care of hearing protection devices.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA's Hearing Conservation Program requirements and maintain accurate records of all related activities.

Quality:

• Ensure that EHS standards are integrated into the overall quality management system.
• Conduct quality audits related to EHS to ensure that products and processes meet regulatory and internal standards, including FDA regulations.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality-related EHS issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for enhancing quality and EHS performance.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP):

• Develop and write standard operating procedures (SOP) to ensure consistent and safe operations.
• Ensure that all SOPs comply with Linde global standards and are regularly reviewed and updated.
• Train employees on the use and implementation of SOPs, ensuring thorough understanding and adherence.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Develop and implement a comprehensive PPE program to ensure the safety and well-being of all employees.
• Assess workplace hazards to determine the appropriate PPE required for various tasks.
• Provide training on the proper use, maintenance, and disposal of PPE.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure PPE compliance and effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate records of PPE issuance, training, and compliance.

Travel:

• Travel up to 25% is required to various locations for audits, inspections, and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS management, preferably within the manufacturing or foodservice industry.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex EHS issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and engage employees at all levels.