Sr. EHS Manager

CoorsTek, Inc.; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 103,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. in Golden, Colorado seeks a Sr. EHS Manager to lead all environmental, health and safety activities at a senior level. You will ensure regulatory compliance, drive improvements, train staff, and manage the EHS system based on ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 across facilities.

The role requires 5+ years of EHS experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong leadership to mentor teams, with focus on reducing injuries and regulatory risk while promoting a safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field and applicable work experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS or related work experience.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other industry software (SDS, Injury Management, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead all environmental, health and safety activities across the site.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report improvements to top management.
• Provide EHS training as required by policy and regulation.
• Maintain and improve ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 systems.
• Track EHS performance and incidents.
• Plan programs to reduce injuries, illnesses, and regulatory risk.
• Coordinate safety activities with unit managers across the organization.
• Engage with fire departments and authorities for information exchange.
• Evaluate safety programs and participate in professional associations.
• Share knowledge and mentor other employees.

Skills

EHS Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Training & development

Communication skills

Mentorship

Safety programs

ISO 14001

OHSAS 18001

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

SDS software

Injury management

Job description

It’s exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We’re committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

Sr. EHS Manager

Responsible for managing all activities related to EHS at a senior level of proficiency.

• Manage all environmental, health and safety activities that are required by Federal, State, Provincial, and various local government entities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report improvement opportunities to top management.
• Provide environmental, health and safety training, as required by company policy and regulatory authorities.
• Manage and improve the facility’s environmental, health and safety management system, based on ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.
• Track environmental, health and safety performance.
• Plan, implement, and coordinate programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and regulatory risk.
• Identify and appraise conditions which could produce accidents and liability.
• Develop accident-prevention programs for incorporation into operational policies of the organization.
• Coordinate safety activities of unit managers to ensure implementation of safety activities throughout the organization.
• Maintain liaison with outside organizations, such as fire departments, mutual aid societies, and rescue teams, to assure information exchange and mutual assistance.
• Devise methods to evaluate safety program and conduct or direct evaluations.
• Evaluate technical and scientific publications concerned with safety management and participate in activities of related professional organizations to update knowledge of safety program developments.
• Responsible for sharing skills and knowledge; train other employees.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts. Support and help to implement new ideas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in a related field and applicable work experience.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS or related work experience.
• Proficient in multiple software applications including, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other industry related software (SDS, Injury Management, etc.).

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively.
• Manage multiple plants or a high risk plant.
• Is a mentor to others in the organization and regularly shares best practices.
• Vocal leader who understands the difference between manager and leader. Volunteer for sharing best practices regularly. Ability to learn from failures and become a better EHS Manager.
• Expert level understanding of regulatory requirements, interpretation, and implementation of EHS programs.
• Deep understanding of behavioral models and regularly influences change at the facility.
• Detailed understanding of the ceramics process or experience in a directly related field.
• Able to take lead role on a regional or corporate project on a regular basis.
• Active member of an EHS-related professional association. Certified as a safety professional, or an active learner who demonstrates deep knowledge of EHS issues.
• Proficient in internal and external networking.
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range

Annual Salary: USD 103,040.00 - USD 136,013.00

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you’ll enjoy your career with us!