Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Avature; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated EHS team at a forward-thinking company where you will play a crucial role in ensuring environmental health and safety excellence. As the EHS Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of compliance programs, conduct risk assessments, and foster a culture of safety among employees. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with various departments and influence external stakeholders while driving continuous improvement in safety performance. If you are passionate about EHS and have the experience to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and EHS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage EHS compliance programs and systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead incident investigations and promote a positive safety culture.

Skills

EHS Compliance

Risk Assessments

Incident Investigations

EHS Training

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

As the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager at INVISTA Longview, you create long-term value by ensuring risks are identified and mitigated while sustaining performance improvement and striving for EHS excellence. This is accomplished by providing leadership and strategic direction to the facility leadership and team through the application of Principle Based Management (PBM). You will be responsible for development, implementation, and management of EHS compliance programs and systems, ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations.

Our Team

You will join a dedicated EHS team that includes an Environmental Leader, Environmental Engineer, LDAR Coordinator, Safety Specialist, and LDAR Technician. The team works closely with corporate safety professionals, including Certified Safety Professionals (CSP) and Certified Industrial Hygienists (CIH), to support the Longview site and establish corporate EHS standards and guidelines. This role is part of the Site Leadership Team and will report to the Site Manager.

What You Will Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain management systems to ensure compliance with EHS policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide proactive leadership and direction to achieve the EH&S vision through management commitment and employee ownership.
• Conduct routine and non-routine EH&S reporting including government interactions, ensuring submissions are compliant with required deadlines.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and implement preventative measures.
• Ensure all employees and contractors receive adequate EHS training tailored to their job roles and responsibilities, fostering an environment where employees understand and exercise their decision rights regarding EH&S.
• Coordinate emergency response plans and conduct regular emergency drills.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate EHS considerations into all operational activities.
• Lead the investigation and analysis of incidents and near-misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Track and report EHS performance metrics to senior management, utilizing tools like PowerBI for data analysis and trend identification.
• Engage with the workforce to promote a positive safety culture through regular communication, training, and recognition programs.
• Actively apply Koch’s Principle Based Management (PBM) to all EHS activities and initiatives.
• Influence external stakeholders to adopt and integrate Koch's EHS standards and practices.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Safety Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations, particularly OSHA standards.

Demonstrated experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and EHS training.

This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Experience with managing Environmental programs, including working knowledge of related laws and regulations applicable to a chemical facility.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and familiarity with PSM standards.
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Experience working within the chemical industry or with hazardous materials.