Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager

The Gund Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager to enhance safety culture across multiple facilities. This role involves implementing EH&S processes, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in environmental health and safety within manufacturing environments, coupled with strong communication skills. Join a supportive organization that prioritizes employee growth and offers comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) plan with employer match and ongoing training opportunities. Make a significant impact on workplace safety and contribute to a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Ongoing training and development programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental health and safety in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EH&S programs and initiatives across facilities.
• Evaluate EH&S practices and develop training content.

Skills

Environmental Health & Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Training Development

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Management

Job description

Full-time

Description

The Gund Company has an immediate opening for aRegional Environmental Health & Safety Manager to join our team!

Annual Salary: $108,000+

Project Completion Bonuses: 15% of annual salary

Work Location: 200 Wallins Corners Road (Amsterdam, NY Plant)

Territory/Region: Eastern North America (2 locations) US & Canada

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 12 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Regional Environmental Health and Safety Manager to join our team at our Amsterdam, NY manufacturing plant.

Job Summary

The Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager provides regional support for multiple locations to assist in recognizing and controlling hazards, creating a positive safety culture, and implementing, maintaining, and overseeing EH&S processes to ensure safe working environments and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of EH&S programs, activities, and initiatives with facilities.
• Ensure best practices are shared and standardize across facilities.
• Assists in the development of training content and the delivery of education and training.
• Travel to assigned facilities to evaluate (audit) EH&S practices, metrics, and culture.
• Develop plans to assist plant leadership in closing performance gaps.
• Support and assist facility leadership in the investigation of significant safety incidents.
• Assist with worker’s compensation claims process as necessary.

Requirements

• Five (5) years or more of full-time experience as a dedicated environmental, health and safety practitioner in a manufacturing or similar environment, required.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering or environmental management, strongly preferred.
• Effective functional and organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and computer literacy are required.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations and rules and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of current state EH&S processes, required.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Experience working with Canadian and Mexican safety regulations is preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• Safety and Health Environmental Professional (SHEP) General Industry
• Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) General Industry

Travel Requirements

25% of the time, both domestic and international. (Eastern US and Canada)

Benefits

• Safe, supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Ongoing training and development programs.

Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future.Apply today to start your career with The Gund Company!

Reasonable accommodations for the position of Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the position of Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees for the position of Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.

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