Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Flex-N-Gate • Kentwood, MI

10d

About The Position

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Summary
The Environmental Health & Safety Manager develops implements and maintains all Environmental, Health and Safety programs for the facility to ensure safe, healthy and accident-free work environment by performing personally or through direct reports.

Requirements

• University Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in environmental management, health & safety or related field
• Five years environmental management work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Maintain current waste water and storm water certifications
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations, compliance and reporting
• Thorough understanding of ISO 14001 standard requirements
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
• Strong analytical ability
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
• Troubleshooting ability is required
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Proven good presentation skills
• Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects
• Detail orientated
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Physical ability to lift 25lbs
• Travel as necessary
• Attending and/or conducting presentations as necessary
• May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing
• Overtime as required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for environmental management training, job site inspections and reporting
• Acts as Environmental Management Representative (EMR) with issues relating to ISO 14001 elements
• Perform job site environmental compliance inspections including hazard communication, chemical labeling, waste management, spill prevention and storm water pollution prevention through written reports and recommendations
• Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company environmental management program by all Flex-N-Gate employees and subcontractors
• Coordinates emergency response teams on all shifts at facility
• Research, plan, organize and conduct training programs/seminars for Flex-N-Gate supervisors and field employees, with regard to environmental regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate the activities of other environmental compliance personnel within one or more divisions and departments, if appropriate
• Plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate departmental environmental management programs
• Handles all environmental testing, recordkeeping and submission of reports to local, state or provincial and federal regulators
• Provide advice and counsel to management and other employee groups in the application of effective environmental programs and procedures
• Design environmental management standards to conform to industry standards and federal, state or provincial and local regulations
• Develop and implement complex environmental programs by inspecting or reviewing areas, equipment, processes, and work activities with a focus on continuous improvement of Environmental Management Systems
• Coordinate inspections, investigations, and environmental management activities with departments
• Research environmental management information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the work place
• Advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures
• Lead and/or participate on teams with environmental, technical, management, and other team members
• Periodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teams
• Provides direction and/or guidance to less experienced environmental personnel, supervises direct or indirect associates in the department
• Follows ISO 14001 requirements per standard
• Maintain up-to-date environmental regulatory knowledge and stay current with industry trends and best practices
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005
• Responsible for OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements
• Manage the Health and Safety Program by
• Providing a workplace free of recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious physical harm for all employees
• Manage and ensure compliance including but not limited to HAZCOM, PPE, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, JHA’s, Ergonomics, Machine Guarding, Forklift, Confined Space, Material Handling, LOTO, BBP’s, First Responders.
• Leading incident, injury investigations for root cause and corrective action
• Manage worker’s compensation claims
• Ergonomic Evaluations and Improvements through Humantech
• Monthly Safety Talks- track and distribute, maintain records
• Ensure PIV, LOTO, Aerial Work, Crane is up to date monthly. Manage all Mastery Training and Certificates. Maintain the EHS Training Matrix tracker and Training records file.
• New and Modified Equipment general safety inspections

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees