Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The EHS Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the Health, Safety & Environmental goals including objectives at the Cullman campus with additional technical support of other locations in the USA. This role will be directly responsible for the successful implementation of EHS programs and procedures.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and support programs and procedures to meet facility objectives and targets. Key focus points include:
  • Accident Prevention
  • EHS Regulatory Compliance
  • Waste Minimization
• Coordinate all EHS training.
• Support and manage corrective actions from EPA audits.
• Onsite contact for EHS Department and under Corporate direction manage EPA actions such as, but not limited to, NOV’s, cleanups and complaints.
• Onsite contact for EHS Department and manage OSHA actions such as, but not limited to, inspections, letters of noncompliance and informal conferences.
• Direct all applicable EHS reporting requirements in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain necessary EHS records.
• Insure compliance with Corporate EHS Policy and Directives.
• Insure the training of new employees.
• Direct Cullman’s waste management (recycling) program.
• Support and integrate EHS into Lean, HR, and Supply Chain efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 5%-25% Travel – minimal travel required
• Need to safely perform all duties.
• Assess the current condition of electrical, air conditioning, plumbing and other essential facilities and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of the condition of the equipment and other systems in the building.
• Create a schedule of regular evaluation of the facilities.
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures that affect the use of supplies and facilities.
• Ensure that all the equipment and other facilities are working properly.
• Create monitoring systems or programs in the institution to detect problems as early as possible.
• Prepare waste streams for proper disposal.
• Support management of worker’s compensation claims
• Ensure the safety of the building or establishment from fire, flood and other hazards.
• Initiate an active campaign on safety measures in the building.
• Prepare pertinent records and reports for the safety service division of the institution.
• Develop staff development programs such as skills enhancement trainings and sessions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education :

• Minimum of an associate’s degree, extensive experience with certificate programs, seminars and CEU’s.
• Nationally recognized Safety and Health certification preferred: CSP, CIH, OHST, PE, etc.

Experience :

• 10 years of applicable experience in manufacturing environment.
• A strong working knowledge of EHS and OSHA regulations.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment a must.
• Experience in Ergonomics and Behavior Based Safety a plus.

Competencies :

• Can work independently.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Creative ability in insuring safety of employees, the environment while meeting the needs of production.
• Ability to plan and implement EHS programs.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with management as well as with associates from the floor.
• Must be able to travel and work out of the office.

Technical Skills :

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations including 29 CFR 1910, 1926
• Strong working knowledge of EPA 40 CFR and DOT 49 CFR
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position will be in an office and manufacturing plant environment with occasional project-based travel required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires both sitting and standing. Excellent vision, hearing, speech and motor skills are required to perform essential functions of the job.

• Able to walk, bend, stoop and stand for up to eight hours a day.
• Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Required to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• This position will be primarily in an office environment but will also include warehouse, manufacturing plant and other locations.
• Job requires both sitting and standing and agile flexibility to move and connect equipment in various set-ups.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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