Environmental Health and Sustainability Manager

About the role

We are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager in our Lawrence, KS location.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments.
• Plans, implements, and conducts preventative care, safety, and compliance training programs.
• Prioritizes, plans, and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Performs and maintains record of job hazard analysis, ergonomic risk assessments, industrial hygiene testing and trainings.
• Provides project management team with guidance on health and safety and confirm project site complies with industry, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborates with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as primary contact for project site injury and incident notification, investigation, and case management. Maintains a written log of safety inspection activities, reports, and correspondence.
• Oversees the Workers Compensation program to include; case management with medical providers and insurance representatives.
• Lead and maintain the ISO14001:2015 environmental management system (EMS), ensure all nonconformances are addressed, and continually improve the EMS.
• Lead sustainability initiatives and improvements including energy, water, and waste reduction projects.
• Controls all hazardous material and personal protective equipment programs.
• Facilitates the maintenance and operation of all fire protection equipment/systems and ensure compliance with property insurance and NFPA standards.
• Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals, internal policies and procedures, contract documents, and good engineering practices.
• Develops protocols that assure newly installed or modified production equipment meets all safety standards prior to releasing equipment to production.
• Manages plant safety audits and initiates corrective actions as needed.
• Oversees the drug screening program, to include quarterly random screenings and post injury protocols.
• Provides technical support to operations to include safety training for all equipment and project management assistance.
• Oversees and manages all asset protection.
• Operational Excellence and GEMBA requirements including participation in planning, meeting attendance, and other activities.
• Manages a fleet of two company SUV vehicles, to include screening drivers, tracking use, and overseeing all vehicle maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in plant operations, safety management, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a production and/or manufacturing environment.
• Safety Certification from a reputable organization such as the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), or the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) preferred.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR required.
• Experience with the ISO14001:2015 environmental management system (EMS).
• Bachelor's degree in people-related subjects such as Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal and State health and safety laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and several other software platforms (Navigator is a plus).
• Additional preferred certifications include: OSHA, 30-hour Construction Safety and Industry Standards plus familiarity with DOE 10 CFR Part 851.

Benefits

We take great pride in the efforts of our team members who create a supportive team environment and make Amarr and ASSA ABLOY such a great place to work. Our goal is to be a world-leading company that attracts diverse talent, where all team members feel safe being their true selves and are able to thrive in a work environment that promotes change, innovation, and provides equal access and opportunity.

Pay

Competitive salary.

Schedule

Full-time position.