Job Description

Job Type : Full-time

Duration of role : Permanent

Position : 1

Reporting to : Plant Manager

Location : Red Lion, PA

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for leading all facets of Environmental Health and Safety including policy creation, implementation of programs, interpretation, reporting of information, employee training, workers’ compensation administration, OSHA compliance and safety of all workers. Additional duties include the management of all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, standards, and permits; and has responsibility for maintaining facility compliance with applicable environmental permit conditions, environmental regulations including air, stormwater, wastewater, solid, and/or hazardous waste.

This position reports to the Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Divisional EHS Manager and is part of the Operations team located in Red Lion, PA. This candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining a culture of health and safety excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate effectiveness of existing EHS programs; determine the need for additional programs; Supervise and support site management in maintaining programs (e.g., LOTO, Confined Space, Hearing Conservation, HazCom).
• Ensure compliance with all environmental standards, including government permits, programs, and reporting requirements.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for all associates; track certifications and license renewal and maintain records.
• Prepare reports, records, and plans as required by regulatory permits, plans, or agreements.
• Manage and maintain ISO 45001 and 14001 certifications.
• Coordinate and lead the Safety Committee; make periodic safety and housekeeping inspections throughout facilities.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements in safety procedures, risk mitigation, and emergency response planning. Implement best practices to enhance the overall safety performance.
• Maintain and communicate EHS metrics as required, to facility and/or corporate Operations Management - Acting as the site EHS contact with government EHS agencies and insurers.
• Lead and/or participate in the investigation of employee concerns, EHS Incidents, and Employee Observations/Near Misses, along with corrective action development, implementation, and follow-up.
• Design and maintain New Hire Safety Orientation program including providing the required training for newly hired teammates.
• Handle Workers’ Compensation matters including ensuring accident reporting procedures are followed at all facilities.
• Maintain OSHA 300 Log, complete annual reports, and post.
• Oversee both external and internal safety audits and inspections; manage corrective actions with any non-compliances.
• Work with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Perform any other responsibilities and assignments as needed.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Environmental Health and Safety or related subject area
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a management role.
• Previous EHS experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and EPA compliance programs (e.g., LOTO, RCRA, DOT, PPE, Industrial Hygiene).
• EHS certificates such as CSP, ASP, CIH, or CHMM or similar helpful.
• Previous experience developing EHS programs, including accident investigation, ergonomics, life safety, machine guarding, air permitting, wastewater, business continuity, and workers’ compensation.
• Knowledge of management systems such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001

Computer Skills:

• Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Outlook.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Must maintain current certifications for CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Excellent collaborator – demonstrates the ability to include multiple parties to perform to accomplish one objective.
• Strong platform skills for training workshops
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Regularly travel to manufacturing plants within the division to provide hands-on support, conduct site assessments, and engage with on-site EHS teams.
• Previous experience interacting with leadership and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs