Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Woodward HRT/MPC; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EHS Manager to lead the development and implementation of comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety programs. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations while promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in EHS management, along with the ability to assess risks and develop effective training programs. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating a rewarding workplace and making a positive impact on the environment.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation / Sick Time

Adoption Assistance

Member referral bonus

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental, health, and safety management.
• Solid knowledge of EHS issues in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain EHS programs and training for the site.
• Ensure compliance with all EHS regulations and standards.
• Promote effective communication regarding health and safety.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Training Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $103,200 (minimum) - $129,000 (midpoint) - $154,800 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're EHS Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This position may report to the Director, Global HR Support Services or Manager, Global Environmental, Health and Safety and manages the development, implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive Environmental, Health and Safety Management System for a local plant site or regional geographical area. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and standards regarding safety, health and the environment. This position assures adherence to the Woodward Global EHS strategies and supports risk reduction and operational productivity enhancement.

What you will be doing...

• Accountable and responsible for developing, implementing, managing and maintaining EHS programs, procedures, practices and training for the site(s) as determined. This includes being accountable for the disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes
• Ensures compliance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and standards as promulgated by all local, state and federal agencies through development and implementation of on-site inspection and monitoring programs/processes
• Establishes and implements short- and long-range functional goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates program effectiveness; effects changes necessary for improvement
• Coordinates the activities of the Site Safety Committee and serves as the technical resource expert and "EHS Champion"
• Consults, advises and works collaboratively with site leadership regarding EHS issues, problems, programs, processes and systems
• Keeps current on changing environmental, health (industrial hygiene) and safety laws and regulations (federal, state, local) and advises leadership on their impact (or potential) to the business operations
• Promotes effective communication programs to enhance and encourage member awareness of health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Establishes budgets and targets for health, safety and environmental activities with support from facilities, operations and commercial business functions
• Oversees the development and maintenance of effective relations with government agencies and our communities
• When appropriate, manages any soil and/or groundwater remediation activities, including conducting negotiations with the regulatory agencies, hiring and directing Engineering consulting firms, including technical oversight and maintaining appropriate financial records and audit trails
• Participates in the work of building a global EMS/SMS system by working collaboratively with the Director, Global HR Support Services
• May support Global EHS projects as defined by the Director, Global HR Support Services

What we are looking for...

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or Hazardous Materials Technology required
• 5+ years Experience of related work required
• Solid level of knowledge and experience with environmental, safety and health issues in a manufacturing environment
• Basic knowledge of chemistry and analytical methodologies
• Ability to assess and evaluate environmental, health and safety exposures and risks

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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