Regional Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

As an industry leader in the Recyclables space, SA Recycling is seeking an experienced and skilled Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead the EHS functions for the Bakersfield location and surrounding yards.

SA Recycling offers:

- Competitive Pay

- Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

- 401k with a Company Match

- Weekly Pay

- Referral Incentives

- Company provided uniforms and PPE

- Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Job Duties

Including, but not limited to:

- Encourage all personnel to be safe and healthy

- Able to take direction and follow through on completing tasks within the requested time frame

- Work with General Managers and Supervisors to manage the EHS program within their yards

- Manage and coordinate facility visits to implement consistent presence at all yards within the region

- Conduct Monthly Environmental and Safety audits to ensure compliance or note deficiencies so corrective actions can be put in place

- Assist in reviewing corrective actions to ensure all reports are accurate, completed and closed within a timely manner, giving guidance as needed

- Review Permits to ensure compliance

- Ensure waste collection is within the appropriate time frame and assist in coordinating pick up

- Review records of Stormwater inspections, Waste shipments, Manifest and bill of lading, appliance logs, etc. to ensure compliance

- Manage regulatory visits following Inspection Training protocol

- Support the yards by assisting with Medical Surveillance to ensure the correct employees are tested according to requirements

- Conduct or designate specific EHS training topics for yard personnel, supervisors and managers

- Support the Management Communication Meeting (MCM) in each of their yards

- Conduct new hire safety orientations

- Ensure employees are trained for their specific job function and that the training is properly documented

- Encourage participation in the Safety Incentive Program

- Provide on the spot training/guidance to employees found to be working unsafely

- Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions

- Organize materials in personal office/work area to have more effective use of space

- Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner

- Escalate unresolved issues to direct reports

Qualifications for the Regional EHS Manager

- Bachelor's Degree related to Occupational Safety, Environmental, or Natural Sciences, or equivalent work experience.

- 5+ years of direct experience managing EHS programs in a metals recycling, heavy industry or manufacturing setting highly preferred.

- Bilingual (English & Spanish) language is required

- Through knowledge of OSHA and a strong working knowledge of EPA regulations required.

- Experience in implementing change management and process improvement in the work environment.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate EHS programs and policies to employees at all levels within the organization.

- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement site-specific and territory goals and strategies.

- Ability to handle sensitive matters professionally and confidentially.

- Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

- Fluency in Spanish desired.

- Must pass a medical physical and drug test

- Must pass a background check and credit check

- Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands

- An understanding of the OSHA regulations well enough to interpret, inspect, and train all company personnel.

- Possess interpersonal skills to gain support of the workforce and clientele when conducting business

- Completed coursework and Certifications that follow OSHA, Air, and Environmental regulations preferred

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Requirements

- Work Environment: Office, with daily visits through the scrap metal facility

- Equipment & Tools: Office equipment and safe operation of scrap yard equipment and machinery

- Physical Demand Level: Light to moderate

- Work Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads

- Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste

- Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, keyboard

Pay Range: $95,000 - 115,000 per year DOE

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