Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Evaluate and update existing safety policies to ensure continued effectiveness
• Partner with human resources to develop workplace safety recognition programs as well as, companywide safety and wellness initiatives
• Manage health and safety training programs for all levels of operation – New Hire Orientation, Forklift, First Aid/CPR, AED and BBP, Fall Protection, LOTO, Emergency Planning and more
• Lead accident investigation, ensure proper reporting, documentation, and policy updates as well as safety inspections 
• Assist in the development of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs and recommend such equipment as necessary to meet the needs of the department
• Work with property and casualty insurance providers to reduce risk through loss mitigation. 
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and best practices. 
• Monitor compliance with the organization’s health and safety policies and procedures and formally advise managers on areas of non-compliance
• Maintain and implement inspection policies and procedures, as well as a schedule of routine inspections for safety requirements
• Develop and maintain all required OSHA written management processes to include recordkeeping requirements per local, state and federal regulations, including OSHA 300 logs
• Implement company-wide accident prevention and injury reporting process
• Ensure that all accidents and near misses are reported and investigated in accordance with the organization’s policies
• Partner with human resources on accident investigations and any corrective action
• Liaise with key external groups and individuals, such as local authorities and specialist groups on health and safety issues (MEMIC, local fire department, law enforcement, etc.)
• Ensure procedures are in place to meet all facility-related legal and regulatory obligations – including security, fire safety, structural integrity, and accessibility – with currently available resources
• Responsible to ensure necessary employee annual base line testing is completed such as hearing tests, PPE physicals.
• Encourage and facilitate Team Member input to drive continuous improvement
• Manage mill security contractor and activities
• Manage fleet safety
• Ensure effective and consistent quarterly safety meetings
• Assist with execution of environmental compliance programs (air license, water permit, SPCC, stormwater, universal waste, municipal waste treatment plant, etc).
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Required Skills:

• Independent application and extensive knowledge of environmental worker health and safety regulations and policies
• Manufacturing/production or construction experience 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly as it relates Team Member training
• Ability to collaborate with a team of subject matter experts in each of their areas to interpret policies and practices regarding EH&S that impact the entire organization
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
• CPR /First aid / AED certified or able to become certified

Education, Experience and Licensing Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field, such as engineering or industrial hygiene required
• Five years of relevant experience preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements
• Working knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA - 660) regulations