Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Lynn Rodens; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EHS Manager to enhance safety and environmental practices within their manufacturing facility. This role involves developing and implementing effective safety systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations, and fostering a proactive safety culture among employees. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in EHS management and a strong background in environmental sciences. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to continuous improvement and employee engagement in safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing and environmental areas.
• Expert knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain systems for accident-free and environmental incident-free operations.
• Lead the development of Environmental Management System procedures.

Skills

EHS Management

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Culture Development

Risk Assessment

Environmental Management Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

The EHS&S Manager interfaces directly with community leaders and regulatory agencies to represent the organization within the community and region.

Description

1. Develop, implement, and maintain effective systems, procedures, and training to achieve an accident-free and environmental incident-free facility.
2. Integrate continuous improvements in environment and safety systems and drive employee engagement to achieve desired results.
3. Ensure safe work practices complying with local, state, and company standards are fully in place and supported.
4. Implement company health and safety programs to identify and reduce risk from hazards.
5. Manage safety initiative progress and tracking systems, including, but not limited to:

• Serious injury and fatality prevention
• Top 5 hazard identification and remediation
• Critical health and safety program gap closures

1. Lead in the development of Environmental Management System procedures for water, air, and solid & hazardous waste management.
2. Actively communicate to the local organization the safety requirements, transitions, and procedures conveyed from the corporate office.
3. Manage all regulatory reporting requirements and permitting processes.
4. Develop safety and environmental leaders within direct supervision and mentor safety coordinators working through operations and maintenance teams.
5. Create and reinforce a safety culture that encourages the proactive identification of issues and fosters a learning environment.
6. Manage the drift assessment and learning event processes with continuous improvement in mind.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, occupational health and safety, or related field.
• 10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing and environmental areas.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations; expert knowledge preferred.