Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Motrex; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryten Energy seeks an experienced EHS Manager to lead the plant safety program, oversee lead compliance, and manage environmental health and safety activities at the Missouri site. The role focuses on building a strong safety culture, performing environmental and industrial hygiene tasks, and coordinating with corporate reviews.

Candidates should have a background in industrial hygiene or safety with knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations, plus strong reporting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT and EPA/State Regulations.
• Proficient with MS Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, Word) and ability to write reports and manuals.
• Ability to present information to groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the plant safety program and drive positive safety culture; oversee Lead compliance program.
• Conduct weekly hazardous waste inspections.
• Complete monthly compliance calendar items.
• Oversee OSHA Lead Standard related medical monitoring and housekeeping program.
• Manage injuries and workers' compensation with field PPE audits.
• Inspect routine safety equipment and emergency systems.
• Develop Job Safety Analysis with supervision and perform noise readings.
• Maintain environmental documentation and coordinate government submissions.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Regulatory compliance

MS Office proficiency

Communication / presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene/Related field

Associate’s degree +8–10 years related experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Stryten Energy manufactures components that supply the automotive and consumer markets.

This position is responsible for evaluating workplace environments and supporting the development and implementation of programs and procedures that prevent and mitigate injuries related to physical, chemical, and ergonomic hazards. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assessing plant conditions to ensure compliance with EHS standards; conducting or overseeing inspections; and enforcing adherence to applicable environmental health and safety laws and regulations. The EHS Manager also maintains strong technical expertise in safety and industrial hygiene, with a particular focus on lead-in-air monitoring and noise exposure assessments.

Successful candidates will possess the ability to work with individuals from varied backgrounds, skills, and education levels to complete projects in an efficient and organized manner.

Responsibilities

• Leading the plant safety program and driving positive safety culture. Oversee and manage Lead compliance program.
• Conducting weekly hazardous waste inspection.
• Completing monthly compliance calendar items.
• Medical monitoring program as it applies to OSHA's Lead Standard. Oversight for the facility-wide Housekeeping Program.
• Manage employee injuries and illnesses and workers compensation program. Perform field audits of all personal protective equipment in use in the field.
• Ensure completion of routine inspections of safety equipment as required. Emergency eyewashes/showers, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Work with supervision to develop and implement Job Safety Analysis for each job. Take regular noise level readings in plant areas as required.
• Inspect and maintain a log of all emergency response equipment and operational status. Assist with reports and statistical analysis of Health and Safety data for corporate review.
• Maintain all environmental documentation and create subsequent reports for submittal to government agencies.
  Be the point person for all environmental agency visits. Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement corrective measures to reduce ergonomic injuries
• Conduct new-hire employee safety orientation
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning and execution.
• Maintain and work within department budget.
• Support plant financial objectives.
• Conduct mandated employee environment, health and safety training programs as required by the EHS Training Matrix, such as Hazard Communication,
• Lock Out/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, RCRA, Storm Water, Cranes and Hoists, Powered Industrial Trucks, and Personal Protective Equipment
• Assist in the investigation of employee complaints related to health and safety
• Provide assistance to the engineering team for new manufacturing process, construction, demolition and renovation activities.
• Review and approve sampling procedures, records, and data prior to sample submittal.
• Receive, approve and interpret Industrial Hygiene results
• Managing EHS records to ensure proper access and retention of EHS records is maintained
• Additional responsibilities as neededto support the team and company goals.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Certifications

• A Bachelor’s degree preferred in Industrial Hygiene, Health Science, Industrial Safety or related field. Will also consider Associate’s degree with 8-10 years directly related experience
• Prefer 3-5 years industrial EHS experience.

Competencies, Skills, Knowledge

• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT and EPA/State Regulations. Knowledge of proper protocol for exposure monitoring.
• Proficient with MS Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, and Word) Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Qualified candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb with minimal effort.

Environment
While some work will be performed in an office setting, the majority of the time the employee will be required to be in the manufacturing facility, where additional exposure is likely (heat, humidity).

This is a full-time position, and working at the plant is required.

Travel
Occasional domestic travel

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EEO Statement

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Statement

Stryten Energy is a leading battery manufacturer and energy storage company providing one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of battery technologies and energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures and distributes advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries for automotive, commercial vehicle, golf cart, material handling, specialty motive, aerial work platforms, floor care, data center, telecommunications, utility, industrial, military and government applications. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Stryten Energy operates 15 manufacturing and component facilities across the United States, with additional manufacturing operations in Mexico and China and commercial offices throughout Europe and Asia. The company’s portfolio includes the Stryten Energy, C&D Technologies and Trojan Battery product brands, serving customers worldwide with reliable energy storage solutions for critical infrastructure, mobility and national security applications. Learn more at www.stryten.com.