Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Domtar Products•Sanford, FL

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (EHS) Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring adherence to environmental, safety, and health laws, ISO 14001 standards, and internal company procedures. This role is crucial in addressing and resolving complex technical issues related to environmental and occupational health and safety. This role is integral to maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace, requiring a dynamic, knowledgeable, and proactive individual.

Requirements

Degree: Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with a focus on EHS activities.
Certifications: ISO certifications in Quality and Environmental Management are highly desirable.
Bilingual Communication: Proficiency in English and Spanish, encompassing both written and oral skills, is preferred for effective communication with employees, supervisors, vendors, contractors, and governmental bodies. This fluency ensures smooth interaction and clear understanding across various levels of the organization and with external partners, facilitating successful collaboration and compliance in a diverse work environment.
Results-Driven: Demonstrates a commitment to achieving measurable outcomes, exhibiting urgency and persistence in tasks.
Communication Proficiency: Exceptional ability in both written and oral communication, capable of delivering clear, concise, and organized information.
Leadership Excellence: Shows a deep understanding of the EHS role, leading initiatives, setting clear goals, and ensuring team adherence to EHS policies.
Organizational Skills: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office, essential for managing complex EHS tasks.

Responsibilities

Policy Development & Implementation: Create and enforce safety policies to align with OSHA regulations and workers' compensation laws, ensuring a legally compliant and safe workplace.
ISO 14001 Certification Maintenance: Spearhead initiatives to maintain the company's certification in the ISO 14001 standard, demonstrating commitment to environmental management.
Safety Audits & Inspections: Regularly conduct thorough inspections and audits to proactively identify potential hazards and implement corrective measures.
Incident Analysis: Investigate accidents and near-misses, analyzing root causes to develop effective prevention strategies.
Reporting & Analysis: Compile detailed reports on safety performance, analyzing trends and formulating actionable recommendations for improvements.
Training & Development: Design and deliver comprehensive training programs on critical safety and environmental topics, fostering a well-informed workforce.
Safety Culture Advocacy: Collaborate with all organizational levels to foster a culture of safety awareness and responsibility.
Regulatory Compliance & Best Practices: Stay abreast of industry developments and changes in EHS regulations to ensure the company's practices remain innovative and compliant.
Record Keeping: Manage and maintain records of EHS orientations for new hires, visitors, and contractors.
Facility Management Collaboration: Work closely with Plant Managers to implement comprehensive housekeeping programs, enhancing workplace cleanliness and safety.
Support for GMP Procedures: Assist in managing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), including overseeing pest control inspections and maintenance of facility infrastructure.