Senior EHS Leader – Safety-First, ISO Expert, Flexible

Tarkett; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Career growth, stability, and flexible

Job summary

Tarkett is seeking a hands-on Senior EHS Manager to develop and maintain an environmental health and safety program for the Northeast Ohio Campus, aiming for zero injuries through behavioral safety practices.

You will lead ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, coach leaders and front-line associates, and drive continuous improvement while spending about half your time on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in Safety and Industrial Hygiene in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and experience managing regulatory visits and audits.
• Formal Project Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Environmental Health and Safety program within the plants.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all Safe Work Practices (SWP), regulatory standards (EPA, DEP, OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, etc.) as well as plant policies and procedures.
• Lead the ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 EHS requirements and audit process for continued certification.
• Work with outside Environmental firms to ensure environmental compliance.
• Lead and develop direct reports, including providing direction, coaching, performance evaluations, and career advancement.
• Formulate and deliver safety training presentations and training for both small and large audiences, hourly and salaried.
• Deliver EHS orientation to new and temporary associates.
• Assist in ensuring proper training and compliance to plant EHS policies and procedures involving contractor / vendor personnel.
• Conduct proactive safety surveys and inspections to identify potential risks.
• Manage Risk Analysis reviews for Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Perform, document, and trend EHS Leading Indicators and Behavioral Safety Observations.
• Analyze data and perform trending analysis in order to identify and implement corrective actions as well as develop strategic risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical assistance to associates in evaluating new / altered production equipment for potential hazards.
• Maintain assorted databases and software programs in support of the EHS Department and Plant EHS initiatives.
• Aid in the completion of the Plant’s annual reports.
• Assist in providing oversight to Plant’s hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage, handling and transport program.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments of equipment, workstations, etc. as needed.
• Research safety equipment for its application and purchase.
• Assist in personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and trials as well as to ensure proper use, maintenance and storage.
• Assist in workers compensation claim management and return to work programs.
• Serve as an EHS Champion in furthering “Safety First” culture.
• To be engaged with shop floor supervisors and employees through time on the floor; expected to be at least 50% of the time.

Skills

Safety leadership

Industrial Hygiene

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/EPA)

Behavioral safety

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety/ IH/ Environmental Science

Job description

Tarkett is seeking a hands-on Senior EHS Manager to develop and maintain an environmental health and safety program for the Northeast Ohio Campus, aiming for zero injuries through behavioral safety practices.

You will lead ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, coach leaders and front-line associates, and drive continuous improvement while spending about half your time on the shop floor.