EHS Manager

DRiV•Smyrna, TN

About The Position

We are looking for an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager. The EHS Manager is responsible for coordinating facility activities relating to the Environmental Health & Safety and Security. This position is responsible for development and administration of plant safety and environmental policies to ensure compliance with DRiV, local, state, and federal regulations. This position is also responsible the Environmental Management System to assure compliance with the requirements of ISO 14001 and other management systems as appropriate. The EHS Manager will work with supervisors and leadership to create, maintain and improve safety systems, programs and training in the facility. The EHS Manager is responsible for forecasting and coordinating the operating and capital expenses related to this function. The team is ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You’ll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in EHS required. However, equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
A minimum of 4-5 years’ experience in the Environmental, Safety and Health field dealing with environmental regulations and OSHA standards.
Experience in a distribution center environment, or five (5) years' Environmental, Health and Safety Management System experience.
Strong analytical ability, ability to work independently with minimum supervision, strong interpersonal and presentation skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, excellent computer skills.
Working Knowledge of Local and Corporate EHS Systems
OSHA/ISO rules and regulations
EPA & DOT rules and regulations
Machine safety, industrial hygiene, LOTOTO
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Ability to prioritize and work independently
Maturity and ability to aid employees regarding EHS requirements
Ability to pay attention to detail & have a positive motivational attitude
Ability to work within a team environment

Responsibilities

Ability to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the EH&S Lead and may be required to perform those duties due to business needs.
Manage the development and administration of facility safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with DRIV, local, state, and federal regulations.
Implement facility Management System and policies as well as support/ coordinate ISO Mgmt. Reviews/ Activities.
Serve as facility lead for local, state, and federal audits (EPA, TN OSHA, and other applicable government bodies).
Lead the machine safety program, in accordance with the Quality Standards for all legacy, modified and new machinery.
Provide full support to the operations team to ensure leadership and management of the safety program.
Expand opportunities for psychological and physical safety in the workplace. Key efforts include, but are not limited to: providing PPE, addressing individual concerns, providing general awareness in subjects such as injury avoidance, physical and mental health, and assisting in decision-making for routine and non-routine tasks.
Lead the investigation of all fires, chemical spills, gas releases, injuries, near-misses and employee concerns.
Manage the Industrial Hygiene Program, as applicable.
Analyze risk assessments and make business decisions regarding safety.
Oversee the Worker’s Compensation program for the site
Lead and assist in the development of capital projects to meet business strategies and corporate goals while ensuring safety and compliance. Lead teams to achieve project goals. Manage budget and all project details. Projects include but are not limited to infrastructure changes and new testing capabilities (safely advancing internal combustion engine and general transportation initiatives).
Support facility contracts related to EHS (i.e., security), to include DRiV’s contractor compliance program.
Complete corporate second party audits and support local plants as needed. Take on a manager role as needed in the future.
Manage all EHS information systems (EHS IS, TMSS, Pure Safety, EASE, ETQ Reliance, ENHESA, etc.)
Review, update and take action related to the EHS Compliance Calendar
Carry out additional responsibilities as necessary