EHS Senior Manager

Compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety Regulations Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to environmental health and safety within the facility Manage federal, state, and local outside agencies for routine safety inspections Lead local safety and environmental programs and provide direction for facility Stay up to date on federal, state, and local regulations related to environmental health and safety and advise management on emerging trends and changes in regulations, assisting in the implementation of necessary measures to maintain compliance Develop and oversee incident response plans and procedures Investigate accidents, near misses, and other safety incidents to identify root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence Ensure proper onsite management and offsite disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes to protect air and water quality and comply with applicable regulations Conduct daily activities including incident review, risk assessment, action item tracking, reporting, 5S/CI events, classroom & virtual training and project tracking Working with Corporate EHS Director to implement enterprise-wide initiatives. Manage local Safety and Environmental programs and provide direction for each facility Conduct regular inspections and audits for the facility to assess compliance with safety regulations and internal policies; provide recommendations and guidance for corrective actions as needed Develop and implement safety protocols, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and hazards in the workplace Collaborate with management to develop and maintain emergency response plans. Conduct drills and exercises to assess the effectiveness of emergency protocols and ensure employees are prepared Drive closure of recommendations to reduce identified risks Establish and implement facility and organizational safety communications to ensure employees are aware of potential hazards and safety initiatives Develop, deliver, and track environmental and safety training, increase awareness and drive safety practices Maintain exact records and documentation related to safety programs, incidents, inspections, and training activities Develop, manage, and check monthly metrics and audits for EHS/CI Prepare reports and presentations on safety and continuous improvement performance, trends, and recommendations for management Regularly communicate with leadership on projects, ongoing issues, and opportunities to reduce risk and waste Apply Lean principles to EHS - standard work, layered process audits Act as a change agent across the network Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, machinery and material flow to identify potential risk as it relates to safety Champion initiatives that identify and communicate facility risk exposure and prioritize risk reduction needs Manage and support corporate EHS safety board and safety recognition programs Support facility-wide continuous improvement and lead management of change efforts to ensure changes are done safely Requirements 5-10 years in an environmental health and safety role in a lean manufacturing environment Experience in Lockout/Tag out programs and machine guarding Experience with forklift training Proven experience managing and implementing projects In-depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, and standards (OSHA, EPA) Understanding of manufacturing processes and associated safety hazards Training and facilitation experience and capability Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex safety concepts to diverse audiences Analytical mindset with the proven ability to assess risks, identify trends, interpret operational needs, and recommend appropriate corrective actions Problem solving and data analysis skills Demonstrated ability to collaborate, influence, and coach stakeholders at varying levels of the organization Strong organizational and time management skills with the proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously Proficiency in using software applications and tools for safety reporting, data analysis, and documentation Strong PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to develop summary graphs, tables, pivot tables, and other reports using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance, risk assessment, and incident management within a lean manufacturing environment. Proficient in developing safety protocols, conducting training, and utilizing data analysis for continuous improvement initiatives. Highest-signal resume keywords Environmental Health And Safety Compliance Incident Management And Investigation Lean Manufacturing Principles OSHA And EPA Regulations Training And Facilitation ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Risk Assessment Safety Protocol Development Data Analysis Project Management Lockout/Tag Out Programs Machine Guarding Forklift Training Safety Reporting Continuous Improvement Methodologies EHS Metrics Management Soft Skills Excellent Communication Skills Analytical Mindset Problem Solving Collaboration And Influence Organizational And Time Management Skills Industry Keywords Environmental Health And Safety Safety Inspections Emergency Response Plans Hazardous Waste Management 5S/CI Events Tools & Technologies Microsoft Office Suite Safety Reporting Software Data Analysis Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor