Responsibility:
• Plans, implements, coordinates, and tracks Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
• Foster a safe working environment through leadership and policy.
• Influence and inspire all personnel to maintain a safe work environment which includes commitment to client safety standards.
• Facilitate incident investigations including the assessment of near misses, unsafe acts, or unsafe conditions.
• Be the lead authority on safety including performance reporting, compliance, and assessments, as well as improvement suggestions and implementation.
• Maintain OSHA knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Oversee site chemical management plan along with overseeing Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system including PPE, handling, and disposal guidance.
• Lead the First Responder First Aid/ CPR/ AED compliance program and maintain active participation rosters across shifts.
• Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard & Job Safety Analysis) and new equipment introductions.
• Ensure safety incident information and metrics are properly submitted and tracked in a timely manner.
• Champion the site Safety Committee and act as a resource to others as needed.
• Ensure proper emergency response measures are implemented, optimized, and practiced. Includes, but not limited to, evacuation plans and emergency response procedures.
• Publish and approve safety documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the Facilities Team to ensure infrastructure and grounds are maintained and all preventative maintenance are conducted, as necessary.
• Oversee work order requests for facilities and ensure completion to internal customer satisfaction.
• Manage and/or coordinate new construction and facility changes are done properly to code, with appropriate notifications to colleagues, in compliance with change order procedures, on time, and to stakeholder satisfaction.
• Support adjacent departments with troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and best practices on equipment and infrastructure outside of Facility’s direct responsibility.
• Champion continuous improvement activities for EHS and facilities
• Lead sustainability and all sustainability activities for the site.
• Empower the local team to reduce waste, energy consumption, and carbon emissions.
• Support and implement international sustainability initiatives, plans, and targets.
• Collaborate with international colleagues for best practices.
• Establish and maintain best practices related to sustainability tracking and reporting metrics.
• Utilizes relationships with outside consultants, vendors, employment agencies, professional associations, and Federal and State government agencies such as OSHA and the EPA to ensure local compliance.
• Target and/or maintain relevant facility certification such as ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO50001, or other.
Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree with a background in an Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Construction, Engineering, Manufacturing, or other related field.
• 6+ years of responsibilities in EHS and Facility Management in a fast paced, manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Strong leadership, teamwork, analysis, and judgment skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving employee related matters and concerns.
• Experience in Worker’s Compensation case management.
• Proven safety record, site successes attributed to individual impact and demonstrated measurable improvements to the safety program.
• EMT certifications preferred.
• Certified Safety Manager preferred.