EHS Manager

Job Description

Job Description

**1. Scope of the position:

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The EHS Manager is responsible for the effective management the EHS Management system and ensuring compliance with all statutory Health, Safety and Environmental Regulations and proactively driving excellent standards in terms of Health and Safety performance.

**2. Key Responsibilities:

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• Developing, implementing, and continuously improving the site’s Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) program.

• Overseeing and managing 3rd party contracts for utility, building and grounds maintenance.

• Direct supervision of 1 EHS/Facilities Coordinator

• Ensures full regulatory compliance, zero harm to people, and uninterrupted production in a high-volume plastics manufacturing environment.

• Own and drive the site EHS strategy, policies, procedures, and performance to achieve world-class safety standards and ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 certification (or equivalent).

• Lead risk assessments (JHA, PHA, machine guarding, LOTO, confined space, hot work, ergonomics, chemical handling, etc.) specific to injection molding, blow molding, robotics, extrusion, and auxiliary processes.

• Carry out regular audits to ensure high standards of performance are maintained in accordance with contract requirements and company policy.

• Manage all OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulatory compliance (air permits, storm water, hazardous waste, SPCC, EPCRA Tier II & Form R, wastewater, etc.) and own/drive sustainability initiatives.

• Validate new equipment, machines, and workstations for regulatory and company safety standards.

• Chair the Safety Committee and drive employee engagement through behavioral-based safety observations, safety talks, and near-miss reporting.

• Lead incident investigations using root-cause analysis tools and ensure corrective/preventive actions are implemented and sustained.

• Develop and deliver EHS training (new hire orientation, LOTO, forklift, crane, hazardous materials, emergency response, contractor training, etc.).

• Maintain OSHA 300 log, track leading and lagging indicators, and drive year-over-year reduction in TRIR and DART rates.

• Coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring (noise, dust, fumes).

• Coordinate all emergency response teams and procedures.

• Manage workers’ compensation cases and return-to-work programs.

• Manage contractor(s) responsible for grounds maintenance, building repairs, fire and alarm systems and HVAC systems. Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs with associated contractors.

• Oversee service contracts (waste removal, pest control, security, janitorial, landscaping, fire systems, etc.).

• Ensure compliance with building codes, fire codes, and insurance requirements.

• Control spending and identify cost-saving opportunities (energy, water, waste).

• Act as the primary contact for regulatory inspections, insurance audits, and corporate audits.

• Prepare and present monthly EHS and facilities performance reports to senior leadership.

• Foster a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset throughout the organization.

**3. Key Relationships:

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Global Leadership Team; All Department Managers and Supervisors; Cross-functional Teams; Internal and External Customers

**4. Decision making authority:

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Authority to make decisions on any issue that poses a risk to the health and safety of Mergon employees or those affected by the company’s activities.

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The above is not exhaustive. Other duties and responsibilities may be added as the employee’s immediate supervisor deems appropriate.

You should be proficient in:

• Continuous Improvement
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Operational Metrics & KPI Management
• Operational Risk Management
• Workplace Safety & EHS Management
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Measuring LTIR (Lost Time injury Rates)
• ISO 14001 Certification Experience
• Root Cause Analysis

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Injection Molding Machine
• Pallet Jack
• Power Tools
• Blow Molding Machine
• Forklifts
• Industrial Robot