EHS Manager

ALL REALTRUCK Career•Forney, TX

16d

About The Position

The Manager of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is responsible for strategic planning, direction, and oversight of environmental and safety functions at brand locations, supporting corporate goals for a safe, environmentally responsible workplace in full regulatory compliance. The role develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates policies, procedures, compliance programs, and training, and integrates environmental health and safety into all functional areas. The position works as part of the Operations team and collaborates with personnel across departments, as well as EH&S analysts, hygienists, consultants, engineers, suppliers, and other relevant parties. It advises management on compliance status, costs, and technical improvements, and supports continuous improvement of safety and environmental performance. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Knowledge of environmental and safety theories, functions, and practices, typically acquired through a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field and/or relevant work experience.
At least 5 years of experience in environmental and safety compliance.
Maintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations and trends in the field.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism when working with employees, management, vendors, legal counsel, consultants, and government agencies.
Excellent organizational skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Establish and monitor a comprehensive environmental and safety program, including policies, procedures, departmental goals, objectives, and systems.
Ensure company compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
Develop short- and long-range plans to improve environmental and safety efforts, reduce injuries and accidents, improve processes and materials, and enhance the work environment.
Oversee and approve or restrict hazardous materials, process changes, facility changes, and permitting to ensure compliance.
Develop and maintain an inventory of regulated substances and their quantities at applicable facilities.
Investigate and remediate accidents and violations, determine root causes, and develop and implement corrective action and mitigation plans.
Oversee required sampling, testing, and auditing.
Complete and file regulatory reports accurately and on time, and maintain required records in an organized manner.
Oversee required environmental and safety training.
Integrate environmental health and safety into all areas of Operations and work with key personnel across departments to achieve and maintain compliance.
Coordinate with EH&S analysts, hygienists, consultants, engineers, suppliers, and other parties on organizational EH&S needs.
Develop effective EH&S countermeasures and continuously improve safety objectives.
Advise management on compliance status, costs, and technical improvements needed to achieve compliance.
Lead the safety committee and coordinate activities, recommendations, and accountability for identified issues.
Maintain EH&S tracking reports and provide statistical analysis as required.
Manage OSHA 300 logs.
Administer Workers’ Compensation and applicable programs in accordance with company and state guidelines.
Participate in and support Human Resources initiatives.
Maintain required recordkeeping for applicable EH&S programs.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors.
Develop, implement, and manage the Hazardous Waste Program in accordance with RCRA, SARA, and DOT requirements for air, wastewater, and solid and hazardous waste streams.
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.