EHS Manager

Tarkett • Florence, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

EHS Manager Tarkett is seeking a hands-on EHS Manager to develop, establish, and maintain an environmental health and safety program that strives to meet or exceed all regulatory requirements, and provides for a safe work environment that is free of hazards in pursuit of zero work-related injuries / illnesses, using a behavioral based approach. The position will manage EHS for the Florence, AL Campus.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in Safety and Industrial Hygiene in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Industrial Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of all OSHA and EPA regulations as well as experience managing OHSA visits and audit

Nice To Haves

• Formal Project Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Environmental Health and Safety program within the plants
• Assist in ensuring compliance to all Safe Work Practices (SWP), regulatory standards (EPA, DEP, OSHA, NFPA, etc.) and plant policies and procedures.
• Lead both the Safety and Environmental World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Pillars
• Lead the ISO 14001 / 18001 EHS requirements and audit process for continued certification
• Work with outside Environmental firms to ensure environmental compliance
• Formulate and deliver safety training presentations and training for both small and large audiences, hourly and salaried.
• Deliver EHS orientation to new and temporary associates.
• Assist in ensuring proper training and compliance to plant EHS policies and procedures involving contractor / vendor personnel.
• Conduct proactive safety surveys and inspections in order to identify potential risks.
• Perform, document, and trend behavioral-safety observations.
• Analyze data and perform trending analysis in order to identify and implement corrective actions as well as develop strategic risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical assistance to associates in evaluating new / altered production equipment for potential hazards.
• Maintain assorted databases and software programs in support of the EHS Department and Plant EHS initiatives.
• Aid in the completion of the Plant’s annual reports
• Assist in providing oversight to Plant’s hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage, handling and transport program.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments of equipment, workstations, etc. as needed.
• Research safety equipment for its application and purchase.
• Assist in personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and trials as well as to ensure its proper use, maintenance and storage.
• Assist in workers compensation claim management and return to work programs.
• Serve as an EHS Champion in furthering “Safety First” culture.
• To be engaged with shop floor supervisors and employees through time on the floor; expected to be at least 50% of time.

Benefits

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
• Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

What This Job Offers

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