Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

What Environmental Health & Safety contributes to Cardinal Health Environmental Health & Safety manages programs to identify and mitigate hazardous conditions within the workplace and external environments. This function conducts regular audits, responds to incidents and investigates root causes, and implements trainings and corrective measures to prevent reoccurrence of problems. This function also manages relationships with regulatory and community stakeholders. Environmental Health & Safety develops and implements programs to identify and mitigate hazardous conditions within the workplace and external environments. This family investigates accidents and environmental incidents and liaises with engineers, management, and regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence. This family provides training on safety protocols, conducts compliance audits, and maintains relationships with the community, environmental groups, and other stakeholders impacted by the environmental performance of the organization. Job Summary The EHS Manager for the Dallas and Fort Worth areas will report to the South Central Regional EHS Director. This position is responsible for developing and implementing EHS solutions in support of Cardinal Health operations at Pharmaceutical, Medical Products and At‑Home distribution centers in the area. These solutions are designed to manage, mitigate, and, whenever possible, eliminate EHS risks to Cardinal Health employees, facilities, and the communities in which the company operates. Responsibilities Assists with implementation of the global EHS strategy to mitigate risk to people, property, community, information and brand. Partners with operation leaders to develop and execute site‑specific annual EHS plans; standardize EHS programs; ensure critical information is communicated; and implement best practices. Provides support and subject matter expertise for events (e.g., regulatory agency inquiries, natural disasters, business continuity, significant incidents, etc.). Leads in the management of operation‑specific EHS hazard assessments and the development of risk mitigation plans. Partners with operation leaders to ensure compliance with Company and regulatory requirements. Analyzes key EHS to assist operations in the construction and execution of continual improvement plans. Identifies budgetary needs to address risk reduction and compliance assurance. Ensures key performance metrics, including occupational injury/illness and environmental sustainability results are accurately reported and communicated. Develops and maintains facility profiles. Assists with the response to regulatory agency inquiries and reporting obligations. Participates in assessments and audits. Provides technical assistance and guidance in risk‑related matters, including ergonomics, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental, incident investigation business resiliency and occupational health processes. Assists management teams in the investigation, notification and case management for occupational injury/illnesses. Assists operations close out property/casualty recommendations from third parties such as FM Global. Provides support in the development and implementation of business resiliency plans. Provides EHS leadership during business continuity situations. Educates and coaches management teams on their EHS roles and responsibilities. Helps foster a diverse workforce. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred. Advanced degree and/or professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, CPP, PSP, etc.) preferred. 7+ years' experience managing EHS for multiple operations preferred. EHS experience in distribution environments strongly preferred. Experience leading a team of EHS professionals preferred. Understanding and experience in EHS Management Systems and their successful implementation. Strong substantive knowledge of regulations and guidance promulgated by Federal and State OSHA and EPA, as well as workers’ compensation requirements. Technical ability to work, collaborate and negotiate with government officials, consultants, and other third‑party stakeholders. Must have collaborative leadership skills to achieve desired results in a highly matrixed work environment. Self‑directed, and able to work productively on multiple initiatives simultaneously. Must have sound judgment, excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills and not be afraid of rolling up the sleeves to deliver practical solutions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Willing and able to travel up to 20%. What is expected of you and others at this level Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff. Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals. Ensures employees operate within guidelines. Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers. Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management. Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects. Gains consensus from various parties involved. Anticipated salary range: $105,100-$135,090 Bonus eligible: Yes Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well‑being. Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage Work‑Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Candidates who are back‑to‑work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr