EHS Manager

Job Purpose

The EHS Manager has overall responsibility for developing, coordinating, managing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental compliance programs, issues and results for the Winston Salem, North Carolina location.

About the Role

Pro-actively measure and manage the EHS program to eliminate hazards and keep employees safe;
Ensure compliance with all state, federal and local governmental EHS regulations.
Direct, develop and deliver environmental, safety, and health training programs to ensure employee’s knowledge, understanding and adherence to safety and environmental regulations pertaining to the operation of the facility;
Develop, implement and coordinate all Industrial Hygiene activities including non-hazardous, hazardous, and universal and infectious waste disposal;
Ensure all EHS issues identified during internal/external audits and Safety Committee audits are resolved;
Manage the facilities environmental and safety reporting including OSHA, EPA, and EPA reporting, record keeping, and environmental permits;
Develop, implement, and coordinate safety program and monitor work processes and procedures to drive team performance toward departmental and organizational goals;
Perform internal audits to identify non-compliance, hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors;
audit scope includes processes, facilities and equipment;
Manage improvement opportunities and any non-compliance issues from concept through conclusion;
Perform accidents/incidents investigations and facilitates development of root cause corrections;
Conduct hazard assessment, including identification of hazards and corrective action plans;
Provide technical expertise to plant personnel on key governmental regulations pertaining to environmental, health, and safety;
Manage environmental documents such as permits, waste manifests, inspections and checklists within the Environmental/Safety Management System;
Collect storm water samples and submit chain of custody forms to the laboratory for proper analytical evaluation;
Assist in preparation of facility environmental audits and inspections;
Assist management in addressing and correcting EHS Compliance Audit findings;
Conduct weekly inspections (e.g., waste storage areas, storm water outfalls, etc.) and upload final inspections to Environmental/Safety Management System;
Review waste disposal records by maintaining copies of Manifest;
Review and reconcile monthly waste summary reports;
Collect monthly Wastewater Samples and submit chain of custody forms to the laboratory for proper analytical evaluation;
Assist with review and updating SWPPP/SPCC plans on an annual basis;
Conduct monthly/quarterly/annual Storm Water/SPCC Inspections and link final inspection to Environmental/ Safety Management System;
Investigate, document, and complete internal reporting of spills and chemical releases;
Assist with compliance tracking related to internal EHS Assurance Manual;
Record hazardous material usage in accordance with various environmental permits;
Assist with preparing Annual/Semi-Annual Reports to various Regulatory Agencies;
Assist with collection of Environmental and Energy Data for Caterpillar Environmental Metrics monthly submittal.

Requirements

• Demonstrated solid understanding of EHS practices and regulatory requirements;
  Demonstrated interpersonal skills;
  Demonstrated ability to work effectively at all levels, including company management, staff, contractors, vendors, site, and regulatory personnel;
  Must have valid driver’s license;
  Must be able to pass a background check which reviews any and all felonies and misdemeanors in the past 7 years;
  Must be able to meet requirements of pre-employment, post-offer drug test and fitness for duty medical review and exam;
  Must be proficient in MS Office applications;
  High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, or Engineering related field required;
  Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS field. Master’s degree can be substituted for 3 of the 5 years’ experience.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.** Competitive Salary401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability InsuranceSupplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed moneyFlexible Spending AccountsPaid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Time-Off (PTO)Employee Assistance PlanEducation Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramsSite specific Production and Incentive PlansSite specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment PlansSite Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus ProgramsBenefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.