Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) & Facilities Manager

Progressive Staffing LLC•Buffalo, NY

6d•$85,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a manufacturing organization in WNY, is looking to hire an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) / Facilities Manager to join their growing team. This role will lead and oversee all EHS programs, facilities maintenance, facility projects, preventative maintenance, and emergency response support while helping maintain a safe, efficient, and well-supported work environment.

Requirements

5+ year in EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting
Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Applied Sciences, Engineering, or related; equivalent experience may be considered
Eligibility to be certified as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Excellent people management skills
Strong organization skills, time management, and project management skills
Strong attention to detail & accuracy
Analytical with sound judgement
Self-motivated, but collaborative and team oriented
Must be able to be on feet much of the day and walk around the facility regularly to ensure and enforce safety, assess risks, etc.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs and initiatives to ensure employee safety and compliance with OSHA, EPA, Department of Labor, and applicable state regulations
Provide strategic EHS leadership and guidance to foster and maintain a proactive, safety-focused workplace culture
Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS management systems, policies, procedures, training programs, and compliance documentation
Mentor, coach, and support managers, supervisors, and employees to enhance EHS awareness, accountability, and achievement of organizational safety objectives
Supervise and mentor maintenance personnel: Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Generalists, and Maintenance Custodians
Conduct facility audits, risk assessments, and workplace safety evaluations, implementing corrective actions and preventative measures to mitigate hazards and improve performance
Ensure adequate First Aid coverage and trained EHS representation across all facilities
Lead facility management projects, including space/capacity planning, building upgrades, and future expansion initiatives
Oversee the maintenance and reliability of buildings, grounds, utilities, mechanical systems, electrical infrastructure, backup systems, and site-wide facilities
Manage external vendors ensuring effective delivery of cleaning, security, waste management, and other facility-related services
Manage vendor contracts and resolve vendor-related issues by potentially sourcing new services
Coordinate and manage preventive maintenance programs and equipment repair activities to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
Support the commissioning and installation of new equipment by participating in design reviews and performing facility readiness planning to ensure successful implementation
Build strong working relationships across suppliers, customers, and departments throughout all facilities in an effort to promote collaboration and operational excellence
Utilize visual management tools to monitor project progress, track performance metrics, and drive problem-solving efforts
Lead continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven decision-making, KPI analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize resources, priorities, and outcomes
Respond promptly to emergency situations and urgent facility or safety-related issues as required
Work well both independently and in a team environment
Other duties as assigned/as necessary