Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Job Summary Statement:

The Environmental Health & Safety Manager is responsible for managing Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) initiatives and regulatory compliance. The EHS Manager will possess a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for sustainability. He/she will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement improvements, streamline operations, and drive safety innovation in our manufacturing processes.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

- Develops and implement comprehensive Safety Health and Environmental roadmap that aligns with the organization's mission, ensuring a culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility.

- Ensures compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), relevant state environmental agencies, and other regulatory organizations and entities.

- Develops and maintains occupational safety and health standards and implements procedures to outline Company compliance with regulatory agencies and promote a reduction in occupational injuries, illnesses, and the associated financial losses.

- Oversees the injury management program for the Company including medical case management, return to work program, records management, and medical claim payment.

- Conducts workplace safety and health inspections to ensure compliance with machine guarding, personal protective equipment, and fire safety, air, water, and waste permit requirements.

- Evaluates and approves chemicals for use by the Company. Maintains a chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheets, which are made available to employees.

- Maintains and trends injury data/statistics and develops strategies to reduce associate accidents and injuries.

- Manages Company OSHA 300 Log and oversees completion of the annual summary for posting.

- Ensures that the organization complies with all state, local and federal applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations, permits, and certifications.

- Develops and conducts training on safety, environmental and occupational health topics to promote employee safety and health while fulfilling regulatory requirements.

- Supports legal counsel with environmental, health, safety, workers’ compensation litigation.

- Develops and implement proactive safety measures, training, and policies to prevent accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses in the workplace.

- Collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering and Facilities to conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards, providing engineering solutions and preventive measures.

- Works with team to develop and maintain comprehensive emergency response plans for EHS related incidents, including accidents and environmental emergencies.

- Establishes and manage Emergency Response Team, Facility Safety committee and oversees all safety communications.

- Ensures timely and accurate records and reporting internally and external entities.

- Promotes environmental sustainability by implementing eco-friendly practices and minimizing the environmental impact of the organization's operations.

- Leverages advanced technology solutions to enhance safety and environmental monitoring, reporting, and incident response.

- Collaborates with various internal departments, senior management, and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication, training, and education on HSE matters.

- Stay updated on changing regulations and industry best practices.

- Manages the incident investigation program and provide direction and support to site management.

- Develops contractor safety program and assists in monitoring contractors and construction activities to ensure safe work practices are followed

- Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Engineering, to drive alignment and achieve shared objectives.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or equivalent engineering discipline preferred.

- Eight (8) years of experience in Health and Safety in a Manufacturing environment.

- Five (5) years of Safety Leadership experience.

- Demonstrated experience in the application of EHS management systems.

- Broad knowledge of Environmental and Occupational Health regulations (OSHA/EPA/NFPA).

- Self-motivated and able to work autonomously to find solutions

- Demonstrated leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills

- Ability to manage and manage multiple projects simultaneously

- ISO Certification preferred, specifically ISO 14001

- Proficiency in Lean manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement tools.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.