Environmental, Health, & Safety Manager

IDEX Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EHS Manager to lead and manage Environmental, Health, and Safety programs. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement EHS policies that ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while fostering a culture of safety within the organization. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by improving safety systems, conducting hazard assessments, and guiding leadership on EHS objectives. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork, trust, and excellence, and contribute to creating a safer work environment for all associates.

Benefits

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings program with company match

PTO

Performance-based bonus plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in EH&S or related field required.
• 3 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS programs ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Provide guidance on EHS strategic objectives and compliance.
• Monitor safety systems and recommend improvements.

Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Safety Management System

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in EH&S

3 years of related professional work experience

Tools

Gensuite

Job description

• Business Unit: Band-It

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

This position leads and provides strategic and operational direction to the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs for BAND-IT Denver (BID). The EHS Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of all EHS policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with all local, state, federal, and IDEX requirements to ensure regulatory compliance. The position is accountable for the achievement of site and business metrics related to established EHS goals in conjunction with the site Leadership Team and associates.

REPORTING TO : Director of Operations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Leads the development and implementation of long-term strategic, operational, short-term tactical EHS systems and programs in support of BBS, risk assessment/hazard reduction, early intervention, case management, and environmental sustainability.
2. Provides guidance to the Denver Leadership Team regarding corporate & local EHS strategic objectives and regulatory compliance concerns.
3. Monitors performance/impact of the plant safety systems and programs. Recommends courses of action to improve established systems and programs.
4. Compiles and distributes safety and health related information to be used as tools for the reduction and/or elimination of workplace accidents.
5. Works directly with managers/supervisors and the workforce to identify hazards and eliminate unsafe conditions.
6. Provides leadership, training, and strategic guidance for associate safety teams, people managers/supervisors, on all EHS systems and programs across the site.
7. Directs and coordinates job hazard analysis, hazard assessment, ergonomic assessments, hearing conservation, industrial hygiene sampling, fire protection, LOTO, corporate insurance assessments, ISO 14001 audits, and environmental reporting.
8. Performs safety validations of all new and/or modified equipment and/or processes. Evaluates and identifies areas of improvement from a safety and health perspective to ensure associate safety.
9. Identifies and manages PPE needs for the site, as well as the effectiveness and functionality of required PPE.
10. Completes site reporting consistent with EPA, OSHA, and IDEX corporate requirements.
11. Establishes, maintains, and communicates EHS metrics to evaluate current programs and analyze opportunities for improvement.
12. Serves as the plant liaison to the corporate EHS office for all environmental, health, and safety issues.
13. Manages the resolution of identified EHS audit findings and incident investigations.
14. Reviews and approves/rejects work instruction/standardized work creation and updates for safety.
15. Investigates reports of unsafe practices or conditions and uses structured problem solving to contain, then countermeasure the problem.
16. Knows all hazardous material in the facility, as well as the appropriate safe handling, response, and storage procedures.
17. Actively models IDEX values: Team, Trust, and Excellence.
18. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Excellent computer and communication skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications. Knowledge and demonstrated competency in use of a Safety Management System (Gensuite experience is a plus). Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in EH&S, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, Teaching, or related field. 3 years of related professional work experience. Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Demonstrated experience in Safety improvements. CSP, CRAME, CEM are a plus. Change Management and/or Lean certifications are a plus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The physical, mental, and visual demands, and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL DEMANDS:

50/50 of time is spent sitting vs. standing/walking. Requires use of hands and arms at least 60% of the time. Lifting requirements are generally less than 10 lbs. Manual lifting could reach the company maximum of 35 lbs. Close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are necessary to perform the job functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Climate-controlled office environment. Un-controlled manufacturing floor; can be uncomfortably hot/cold. Noise exposure is light to moderate.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

1. Safety and Security: The individual actively promotes and personally observes all safety procedures.
2. Operational Excellence: The individual is dedicated to providing organizational systems for measuring work.
3. Interpersonal Skills: The individual remains open to other ideas and exhibits a willingness to try new things.
4. Relationships with Others: The individual works effectively with others, including superiors and colleagues.
5. Problem Solving: The individual participates in the continuous improvement process.
6. Communication and Contact: The individual communicates effectively both verbally and written.
7. Planning/Organizing: The individual prioritizes and plans work activities.
8. Quality Control: The individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
9. Adaptability: The individual adapts to changes in the work environment.
10. Dependability: The individual is consistently at work and on time.

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $86,000.00 - $129,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more.

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.