Provides leadership to the Production Solutions segment, to ensure environmental, health and safety compliance through developing positive relationships and partnerships with internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities/Job Duties:
- Develops and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations as they apply to the organizations operations, including but not limited to: OSHA, EPA and DOT.
- Manage work related incidents with a focus on case management.
- Develop and implement employee-training programs as indicated by regulatory guidelines, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment, that ensure the health and safety of employees.
- Identify and develop best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices.
- Provide technical advice, coaching, guidance, training and mentoring to management team, supervisors and leads on safety initiatives and effective safety program ownership
- Development of an effective Accident Prevention Program using Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, and Pareto Management
- Develop and implement a strong ownership of safety through a behavior-based safety program
- Directs EH&S project(s) including project design and schedule to meet objectives. Directs the development of short and long-term EH&S objectives and recommends goals to management.
- Ensure compliance with timely reporting as required by state and federal health safety regulations and statues
- Maintain environmental reports and reporting (i.e. including Storm water permits, SPCC, etc.)
- Interfaces effectively with peers and peer organizations - Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Continuous Improvement, Field Services and Quality- to achieve company goals and objectives
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and rules
Qualifications:- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in policy development and implementation
- Five years of related HSE experience in Field Service or Manufacturing Environment
- Proficiency in HSE reporting systems such as ISNetworld and PEC
- Excellent leadership skills with a demonstrated record of success
- Direct experience managing HSE in plant operations
- Excellent written/oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft word and excel.
- History of credibility in mentoring and forging positive working relationships with the operations team, plant staff and leadership team
- Must be able to be "on-call" for emergencies when necessary.
- Skilled in organization, prioritization and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work well with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization
- Results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with EHS management software or Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- First Aid/CPR certification or other relevant safety certifications.
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 standards is a plus.
- Six Sigma Green Belt
Physical Requirements:- Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps, and use ladder
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to communicate verbally using a telephone
- Vision required: 20/40 with or without corrective lenses to accurately read all related distribution documents and computer monitor screens
Working Conditions- Office environment with controlled temperatures
- Subject to outdoor environment with adjusting temperatures and climate
- Ability to travel 25% with or without prior notice
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 1-3 years full-time Safety related is required. Associate Degree in Occupational Safety or a closely related field is preferred, but not required and can be substituted for work experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One or more of the following professional certifications is preferred, but not required; COSS, OHST, CHST, etc.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as moderate to advanced computer and presentation skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Candidate will be required to develop and revise policies and procedures as well as develop and present high-level presentations and training.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; walk; kneel; stoop; use hands to handle/feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Will occasionally be required to climb or balance. The EHS Technician, Field Service must maintain a valid drivers license. This position will be in the Carlsbad, NM area, but requires availability for up to 5-10% travel as the need arises.