EHS Manager
Smurfit Westrock · Joplin, MO · 2 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Description
The Environmental and Safety Manager will be responsible for the development, implementation and management of the Plant's safety programs and systems. They will lead the Plant's Core Safety Elements processes, ensure facility's compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations and all company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of safety programs and systems.
- Maintain/improve employee awareness and compliance with safety standards.
- Oversee incident investigations and behavioral audits.
- Provide safety training for all required supplemental hourly and salaried personnel.
- Stay informed on new and relevant changes to governmental regulations.
- Advise General, Plant and Departmental Managers of safety, health, and environmental issues.
- Conduct job safety analyses.
Requirements
- Must have the ability to understand and apply department policies and procedures.
- Attention to detail is a must.
- Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact in person or otherwise with management, other employees, and external or internal customers or service providers.
- Strong knowledge of all MS Office applications.
- The ability to lead teams of employees in safety initiatives.
- Demonstrated skills in analyzing safety data, reporting, training, OSHA, Workers Comp and Environmental compliance (Tier I, Tier II, EIQ and Waste Water reporting).
- The ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Must have knowledge of Windows based software, networks, PLC’s etc.
- Absolutely must be a detailed individual with keen focus on accuracy.
- Complaint resolution-including investigation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a Safety-related field preferred, or equivalent related work experience.
- Minimum of 5 years in manufacturing experience in safety and environmental compliance.