EHS Functional Manager

Daikin • Houston, TX

5d

About The Position

The EHS Functional Manager provides functional leadership, technical expertise, and strategic support for Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across assigned locations or business operations. The role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs, processes, and initiatives to promote regulatory compliance and a safe working environment. It is a senior-level individual contributor position with no direct reports, providing guidance and expertise to site leadership and business partners to drive consistent EHS practices across assigned locations.

The position applies advanced job-area knowledge, manages projects and processes independently with limited supervision, and coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals. It addresses difficult and sometimes complex problems by applying new perspectives to existing solutions. The position works in a high-volume manufacturing environment with forklift traffic and potentially higher noise levels; hearing protection and required PPE must be used in designated areas. Standing for up to 8 to 10 hours may be required. Essential responsibilities must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of environmental, health, and safety principles and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable EHS regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply EHS policies, standards, and requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees and leadership at multiple organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Ability to influence others without direct reporting authority.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand for long periods, up to 8 to 10 hours.
• Must wear or use required PPE in designated work areas; hearing protection is required in areas with higher noise levels.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting EHS programs in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting multiple facilities or business units.
• Experience working cross-functionally with operational leadership.
• Demonstrated experience providing functional or technical leadership without direct supervisory responsibility.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements based on company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional leadership and subject-matter expertise for EHS programs and initiatives across assigned locations.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS policies, procedures, programs, and processes.
• Partner with site leadership and stakeholders to promote compliance with applicable EHS requirements and company standards.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to assigned locations on environmental, health, and safety matters.
• Evaluate EHS processes and identify opportunities for risk reduction, operational improvement, and consistency across locations.
• Support development and implementation of corrective actions related to identified EHS concerns.
• Monitor EHS activities and communicate significant issues, risks, trends, and recommendations to leadership.
• Provide functional guidance and technical support to employees and leaders regarding EHS requirements and practices.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Human Resources, and other departments on EHS initiatives.
• Support EHS training and awareness initiatives.
• Assist with EHS assessments, inspections, reviews, and other compliance-related activities.
• Participate in incident reviews and support appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives, as applicable.
• Maintain appropriate EHS documentation and records.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a proactive safety and compliance culture.
• Support special EHS projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior