EHS Manager at Sika Gastonia, NC

Comunidade Metodista; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Generous Company Match

Bonuses

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off, paid holidays

Floating holidays + Paid VolunteerTime

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Job summary

Sika Gastonia, NC is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Manager to develop, organize, administer, and maintain the EHS program, minimizing accidents while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. You will lead ergonomics integration and safety training, driving continuous improvement across the facility.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in environmental/industrial/chemical engineering, 3+ years in manufacturing, and a professional safety certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, industrial or chemical engineering, or related field.
• 3 years professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Professional Health & Safety status (ASP, CSP, CIH, CHSP, CHMM, etc.) preferred.
• Knowledge of EPA, RCRA, DPCC, CRTK, Air Permits, Hazardous Waste Biennial Reporting, OSHA, DOT, EPA Form R, ISO and IATF Standards.
• Proven experience driving safety improvements on the shop floor and as part of the Leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Act as the authority in all areas of Environmental, Health & Safety, ergonomics, and industrial hygiene.
• Keep Management apprised of developments in federal and state EH&S laws and regulations.
• Develop, organize, administer, and track corporate Safety Training Programs. Implement and maintain monthly, quarterly and annual training programs.
• Integrate all Corporate and Regional Environmental, Health & Safety programs into daily operations.
• Work with corporate- and facility-level teams to assure that new or modified processes equipment is designed to ergonomic standards and meets regulatory requirements.
• Communicate safety-related issues through memos, reporting metrics, safety newsletters, on-site meetings, and through the disbursement of relevant publications.
• Submit monthly and yearly State and Federal EH&S reports
• Maintain ISO and 14001 Programs.
• Maintain the Injury and Illness Tracking Programs.
• Lead Near Miss and Accident Investigation root cause analysis; implement corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence.
• Establish targets and long-range accident prevention and cost-control objectives.
• Work with HR to reduce costs associated with lost time injuries and assist in return-to-work programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Persuasive skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental/industrial/chemical engineering or related field

Job description

EHS Manager job at Sika. Gastonia, NC.

About Sika

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Job Description

Broad Function and Purpose of Position :

Develop, organize, administer, and maintain the Company’s Environmental Health & Safety Program. Minimize the number and reduce the severity of in-plant accidents and injuries while maintaining the efficiency of the Corporation and the well-being of its employees and customers, as well as the community. The EH&S Program must comply with all federal, state, corporate and international policies and procedures. The EH&S Program must be goal-oriented and driven towards continuous improvement.

Specific Responsibilities:

Environmental, Health & Safety Program management:

• Act as the authority in all areas of Environmental, Health & Safety, ergonomics, and industrial hygiene.
• Keep Management apprised of developments in federal and state EH&S laws and regulations.
• Develop, organize, administer, and track corporate Safety Training Programs. Implement and maintain monthly, quarterly and annual training programs.
• Integrate all Corporate and Regional Environmental, Health & Safety programs into daily operations.
• Work with corporate- and facility-level teams to assure that new or modified processes equipment is designed to ergonomic standards and meets regulatory requirements.
• Communicate safety-related issues through memos, reporting metrics, safety newsletters, on-site meetings, and through the disbursement of relevant publications.
• Submit monthly and yearly State and Federal EH&S reports
• Maintain ISO and 14001 Programs

Maintain the Injury and Illness Tracking Programs.

• Manage programs such as GENSUITE Compliance Manager to ensure legal compliance with all EH&S applicable internal requirements and local and federal regulations and rules.
• Lead all Near Miss, and Accident Investigation root cause analysis. Implement corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence.
• Establish targets and long-range accident prevention and cost-control objectives.
• Work with the Human Resources Department Workman's Compensation team to reduce costs associated with lost time injuries and assist in developing return to work program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, industrial or chemical engineering, or related field.
• 3 years professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Professional Health & Safety status (ASP, CSP, CIH, CHSP, CHMM, etc.) preferred
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Knowledge of the following areas; EPA, RCRA, DPCC, CRTK, Air Permits, Hazardous Waste Biennial Reporting, OSHA, DOT, EPA Form R, ISO and IATF Standards
• Proven experience driving safety improvements on the shop floor, in the offices and as part of the Leadership team.
• Self-motivated, self-starter

Perks & Benefits

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.