EHS Manager I

The Safety, Health & Environmental Manager (commonly referred to as an Environmental Health & Safety Manager externally) will lead the facility in safety and environmental initiatives at Ecolab’s Martinsburg WV manufacturing plant. The SHE manager will take safety programs from the implementation stage to integration, providing superior training and partnering with the leadership team and front-line associates to influence change while achieving a commitment to a culture of safety among employees.

Partnering with plant leadership the SHE manager will be responsible for overall building comfort and functionality in safety, environment and security. The SHE manager will drive sustainability initiatives to decrease utilization of energy and improve recycling. As the key representative to outside agencies the SHE Manager will also drive compliance with regulatory and environmental permits. The SHE Manager will coordinate audits of the managed area and collaborates with leadership to ensure findings are addressed. They stay informed on all existing and proposed changes in occupational health and safety regulations and ensure compliance in managed areas. The SHE manager provides local regulatory reporting if required and ensures that leading and lagging SHE metrics are collected. They review metrics, trends, and actions with the supported Leadership team.

What’s in it For You:

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources and additional benefits.
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges in a Fortune 500 company leader in chemical manufacturing, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments. 
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. 
• Opportunity to work onsite in a manufacturing plant work environment for those residing within a commutable distance of Martinsburg WV or those willing to relocate for the position (travel arrangements for onsite interview available).

What You Will Do:

• Provide guidance & technical expertise to ensure compliance with SH&E regulations including governmental, state, industry, and Ecolab requirements.
• Develop & implement systems & processes for SH&E system to ensure training is timely & effective, incident investigations are timely & complete, audits are regularly scheduled & observations resolved including Gemba Walks.
• Partners with the team to create a culture of trust, engagement, transparency, risk awareness and avoidance, and rigorous application of our SH&E Management System (SMS). 
• Champion the behavioral based observation program, Management of Change,  SHE Pillar of TPM, and near miss/risk identification resolution.
• Represent the plant in SH&E audit reviews conducted by third parties; communicate trends in audit findings, corrective actions, & observed best practices.
• Uphold compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations and develop SOPs for facility compliance including but not limited to RCRA, EPA, SWPPP, Clean Water Act, OSHA & safety contingency plans.
• Manage all data mandated by environmental permits or regulations and prepare and submit all related reports.  
• Develop, track, & communicate SH&E indicators.
• Supervise facilities infrastructure projects in relation to compliance with federal, state, and local air, water, and waste regulations. 
• Develop & implement systems & processes to reduce hazardous waste generation, increase recycling & conservation practices to meet our sustainability goals of water reduction and zero landfill.
• Evaluate systems & implement projects to meet/maintain the increasingly stringent requirements of the wastewater & air quality permits at the plant location; ensure all permitting is up to date.
• Leads plant emergency response team, serves as a member of the Central Safety Committee & other multi-division SH&E efforts including spill response programs. 

Position Details 

• This position is located in Martinsburg, West Virgina
• Must be within commutable distance to Martinsburg West Virgina 25405
• No immigration sponsorship available for this position 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years in an EHS role, within a manufacturing facility
• Experience managing internal and/or external audits

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a safety, environmental, engineering or related discipline, preferred
• Chemical, oil & gas, etc. experience highly favored
• Experience developing & delivering training programs
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations. 
• Waste management experience
• TPM or SHE Pillar experience
• Proven experience as a team member or leader in obtaining superior safety results
• Strong working knowledge of EPA, PSM, OSHA, NFPA, or related regulations

The base salary range for this position is $104,700.00 - $157,100.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

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