Region Manager - Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)

Region Manager – Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) – Lenexa, KS Pay range: $100,000+ per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation. Benefits Information: Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours Best-in-class well-being programs Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness healthyMINDS mental health program Vacation and Health/Flex Time 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off FinFit financial coaching and services 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service Employee stock purchase plan Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option Flexible Spending Accounts Annual incentive plans Matching gifts program Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Career advancement opportunities and so much more! Responsibilities: Ensure Safe Employee Behaviors Direct, advocate and enable visibility, value and accountability across all levels of management and employees for a geographic region. Create meaningful monthly communications and periodic promotions to foster continuous improvement in EHS processes and outcomes. Conduct, develop and oversee effective training programs, including those for new employees, annual retraining, function and department specific. Define and communicate best “Training” practices including online, internet, WebEx, Net Meeting, face‑to‑face, etc. Create and sustain management processes for multiple lines of business to proactively prevent, minimize or control potential risk of new construction, equipment and processes. Manage Employee Injuries to Minimize Loss Receive and ensure accurate completion of accident and injury reports; conduct thorough root‑cause analysis and correct deficiencies, including recommendation of discipline for non‑compliance. Partner with Travelers and other WC TPAs to ensure robust claims management. Make recommendations to Travelers, WC attorneys and DGX resources on problematic and litigated claims. Manage the site's WC insurance program (domestic scope) and cases for cost‑effective treatment and prompt RTW. Ensure EHS Compliance Create and manage processes to ensure compliance with requirements from EHS related government regulations and industry standards – OSHA, EPA, DOT, NRC, CAP, NFPA, SAMSHA and others. Perform corporate audits and provide guidance to senior company leaders on compliance. Manage extensive creation, implementation, audit and record‑keeping responsibilities of EHS SOPs across multiple lines of business including global business. Collaborate and partner with other departments and functions for effective and sustainable compliance. Regional management of EHS teams. Support and drive the company Green program; ensure Green data is collected, authenticated and communicated. Research and consider creative solutions to specific problems. Analyze and report cost benefits of alternative solutions. Drive and support Six Sigma/QMS processes and EHS project improvements. Contribute/Collaborate with corporate medical leadership. Serve as site(s) Chemical Hygiene Officer; maintain chemical inventory, MSDS database, exposure monitoring, inspections, reporting and training. Lead continuous improvement efforts to manage chemicals, reduce waste, and biohazard wastes. Ensure all locations perform reviews of hazardous wastes annually. Contribute to Safe Driving program development and implementation. Serve as site(s) Radiation Safety Officer and provide guidance to other RSO. Influence and create change. Support company values. Effective in complex situations. Understands clinical lab, branch, logistics, and facility operations. Understands insurer and company/employer services – global and all lines of business. Regional position encompassing all lines of business and levels of the organization. Domestic responsibilities. Qualifications: Required Work Experience Experience managing complex programs with accountability for measured outcomes; knowledge of lab, branch, logistics and facility operations; working knowledge of EHS related government regulations and industry standards. Physical and Mental Requirements Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Knowledge Robust knowledge of WC, OSHA, CAP, and regulatory requirements for all lines of business. Skills Quality competency through problem solving and quality tools Create and manage change Function in matrix organization Organization skills Project management skills Multi‑tasking skills Analytical skills Technical skills Computer skills Interpersonal, communication, and cooperation skills Strong writing and composition skills Ability to communicate and share information with all levels of management. Coaching, mentoring, managing other EHS staff Education Bachelor’s degree (BS, CLS, MT); business degrees also considered with appropriate EHS experience or certification (Preferred). Licenses and Certifications Current state licensure, if applicable (Preferred) Formal training in project management or continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, TQM, Lean, Theory of Constraints) (Preferred) Work Requirements Travel required. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Quest Diagnostics Incorporated