EHS Manager

Veolia Environnement SA•Hopkins, MN

7d•$93,000 - $119,000

About The Position

The Health and Safety Manager has comprehensive responsibility for the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance Programs at the Veolia Minnetonka, MN facility under the EHS Site Leader. The Health and Safety Manager will strive to provide a healthy and accident-free work environment for all employees through the recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental and workplace health hazards. The Health and Safety Manager will counsel management and employees honestly and completely in the responsible and ethical application of environmental and industrial health principles and practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or Environmental Science, or relevant experience
At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a chemical, (or industrial) manufacturing facility
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with plant management and production employees
Working knowledge in ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals

Nice To Haves

Professional certification(s) such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP®), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or related professional certification(s) or current in process
Experience in Industrial Hygiene
Experience with PHA and starting up new operations
Knowledge of working with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Lead activities which drive compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines
Lead and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks
Support the Management of Change Program and conduct safety inspections
Participate incident investigations
Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting
Promote behavioral based safety
Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained
Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control
Analyze data and audit processes which drive compliance in Ergonomics, Noise, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, and Machine Guarding
Initiate and drive the development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks
Lead and/or support investigations of workplace incidents, complete root cause analyses to determine appropriate corrective actions, and ensure completion
Provide EHS support to manufacturing departments and leaders in the design and installation of new or modified equipment, New Product Introduction, Incoming Material Approval System, and Management of Change
Provide technical assistance and guidance to the plant by leading or assisting in safety committee team and meetings, including EHS regulatory interpretations
Assist in leading departmental EHS Projects and completing required reports