Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Waaree Solar Americas; Brookshire (TX); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Waaree Solar Americas seeks an Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead EHS&S initiatives in manufacturing operations, driving a culture of safety and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes, oversee incident investigations, train staff, and implement environmental and safety programs aligned with ISO 14001 and lean practices.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or equivalent engineering discipline preferred.
• Eight (8) years of experience in Health and Safety in a Manufacturing environment.
• Five (5) years of Safety Leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the application of EHS management systems.
• Broad knowledge of Environmental and Occupational Health regulations (OSHA/EPA/NFPA).
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously to find solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• ISO Certification preferred, specifically ISO 14001.
• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement tools.

Responsabilidades

• Develops and implement comprehensive Safety Health and Environmental roadmap that aligns with the organization's mission, ensuring a culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, state environmental agencies, and other regulatory organizations.
• Maintains injury data/statistics and develops strategies to reduce associates' injuries.
• Manages OSHA 300 Log and annual summary for posting.
• Develops and conducts training on safety, environmental and occupational health topics.
• Collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering and Facilities on risk assessments and preventive measures.
• Develops emergency response plans for EHS incidents and manages Emergency Response Team and safety communications.
• Promotes environmental sustainability through eco-friendly practices.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or equivalent

Ferramentas

Lean manufacturing

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary Statement:

The Environmental Health & Safety Manager is responsible for managing Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) initiatives and regulatory compliance. The EHS Manager will possess a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for sustainability. He/she will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement improvements, streamline operations, and drive safety innovation in our manufacturing processes.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implement comprehensive Safety Health and Environmental roadmap that aligns with the organization's mission, ensuring a culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility.


• Ensures compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), relevant state environmental agencies, and other regulatory organizations and entities.


• Develops and maintains occupational safety and health standards and implements procedures to outline Company compliance with regulatory agencies and promote a reduction in occupational injuries, illnesses, and the associated financial losses.


• Oversees the injury management program for the Company including medical case management, return to work program, records management, and medical claim payment.


• Conducts workplace safety and health inspections to ensure compliance with machine guarding, personal protective equipment, and fire safety, air, water, and waste permit requirements.


• Evaluates and approves chemicals for use by the Company. Maintains a chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheets, which are made available to employees.


• Maintains and trends injury data/statistics and develops strategies to reduce associate accidents and injuries.


• Manages Company OSHA 300 Log and oversees completion of the annual summary for posting.


• Ensures that the organization complies with all state, local and federal applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations, permits, and certifications.


• Develops and conducts training on safety, environmental and occupational health topics to promote employee safety and health while fulfilling regulatory requirements.


• Supports legal counsel with environmental, health, safety, workers’ compensation litigation.


• Develops and implements proactive safety measures, training, and policies to prevent accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses in the workplace.


• Collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering and Facilities to conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards, providing engineering solutions and preventive measures.


• Works with team to develop and maintain comprehensive emergency response plans for EHS related incidents, including accidents and environmental emergencies.


• Establishes and manage Emergency Response Team, Facility Safety committee and oversees all safety communications.


• Ensures timely and accurate records and reporting internally and external entities.


• Promotes environmental sustainability by implementing eco-friendly practices and minimizing the environmental impact of the organization's operations.


• Leverages advanced technology solutions to enhance safety and environmental monitoring, reporting, and incident response.


• Collaborates with various internal departments, senior management, and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication, training, and education on HSE matters.


• Stay updated on changing regulations and industry best practices.


• Manages the incident investigation program and provide direction and support to site management.


• Develops contractor safety program and assists in monitoring contractors and construction activities to ensure safe work practices are followed


• Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Engineering, to drive alignment and achieve shared objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or equivalent engineering discipline preferred.


• Eight (8) years of experience in Health and Safety in a Manufacturing environment.


• Five (5) years of Safety Leadership experience.


• Demonstrated experience in the application of EHS management systems.


• Broad knowledge of Environmental and Occupational Health regulations (OSHA/EPA/NFPA).


• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously to find solutions


• Demonstrated leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills


• Ability to manage and manage multiple projects simultaneously


• ISO Certification preferred, specifically ISO 14001


• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement tools.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.