Regional EHS Manager

Trivium Packaging•Conklin, NY

12h

About The Position

Primary Purpose: Supporting the Core Values of Passion, Teamwork and Excellence and u nder the direction of the EHS Director , the Regional EHS Manager is responsible for Health and Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Sustainability program performance of eastern region Food & Specialty plants, as well as support other H&S functional initiatives & projects. Essential Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities: Regular site visits to eastern region plants (audits, status visits, incident investigation, training, etc.) Where needed provides support in H&S activities, including (but not limited to): Trainings Risk assessments Implementation of standards and procedures (incl. ISO 45001 where relevant) Internal audits (Trivium standard, other, etc.) Cross audits and support to other operations when required Developing Trivium standards and support documents Arranging meetings Monitor safety activities/systems etc. Challenges (Plant) Management in order to implement BU initiatives, reach the Trivium Safety Indicators and other relevant BU topics Highlights areas of concern related to H&S with the Plant Managers and/or Manufacturing Director. Checking of quality of accident investigation management reports prior approving and provide continuous guidance where required Supports and ensures a good quality of monthly H&S KPIs reported in management system. Provides input for annual PDR targets for plant management. Assists with Risk Management, Insurance, and Workers’ Comp issues where relevant Develop, Initiate, maintain, and train on all EHS&S programs. Assist site with completion of and training on EHS&S related Standard Operating Procedures SOPs). Analyze data to identify and prioritize continuous improvement of plant EHS&S Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Champion Sustainability data management and strategic initiative planning in line with Trivium long term targets. Serve as Environmental Management Representative for site ISO 14001 Management System. Assure compliance to all required environmental regulations (RCRA, DOT, EPA, State Agency). Manage completion of all required internal and external environmental reports (e.g. Tier II, form R, bi-annual waste, Emission Inventory, etc.) Update and maintain Environmental management plans (e.g. SWPPP, SPCC, HazWaste Contingency, Emergency Response Plan) Establish proactive and cooperative relationships with safety and environmental regulatory agencies. Participate in Corporate System EHS audits periodically at varies sites. Shall understand the Food Safety Policy, GMP's, HACCP Principle and Food Safety Standard. Other responsibilities as assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Exceptional written/verbal communication, training, and facilitation skills.
Ability to lead a team, coach, train, mentor, and facilitate job tasks.
Excellent people skills, high energy, and positive cultural fit.
Ability to facilitate a cross-functional team.
Ability to work with all levels of personnel and customers.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing practices.
Dynamic, quickly respond to ever changing environment.
Auditing skills (knowledge and skills in audit principles, processes, methods, management system as well as relevant Trivium standards, the organization, and its context)
Assists H&S related investment & strategic planning.
Skilled in regulatory agency (both local municipality and State) interactions.
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point).
Problem solving skills
5+ years of experience in managing EHS&S programs required.
BS degree in relevant technical field required.
Relevant knowledge of ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 standards.

Nice To Haves

Certification in either Safety (CSP), Industrial Hygiene (CIH), or HazMat (CHMM) preferred.

Responsibilities

Regular site visits to eastern region plants (audits, status visits, incident investigation, training, etc.)
Where needed provides support in H&S activities, including (but not limited to): Trainings Risk assessments Implementation of standards and procedures (incl. ISO 45001 where relevant) Internal audits (Trivium standard, other, etc.)
Cross audits and support to other operations when required
Developing Trivium standards and support documents
Arranging meetings
Monitor safety activities/systems etc.
Challenges (Plant) Management in order to implement BU initiatives, reach the Trivium Safety Indicators and other relevant BU topics
Highlights areas of concern related to H&S with the Plant Managers and/or Manufacturing Director.
Checking of quality of accident investigation management reports prior approving and provide continuous guidance where required
Supports and ensures a good quality of monthly H&S KPIs reported in management system.
Provides input for annual PDR targets for plant management.
Assists with Risk Management, Insurance, and Workers’ Comp issues where relevant
Develop, Initiate, maintain, and train on all EHS&S programs.
Assist site with completion of and training on EHS&S related Standard Operating Procedures SOPs).
Analyze data to identify and prioritize continuous improvement of plant EHS&S Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Champion Sustainability data management and strategic initiative planning in line with Trivium long term targets.
Serve as Environmental Management Representative for site ISO 14001 Management System.
Assure compliance to all required environmental regulations (RCRA, DOT, EPA, State Agency).
Manage completion of all required internal and external environmental reports (e.g. Tier II, form R, bi-annual waste, Emission Inventory, etc.)
Update and maintain Environmental management plans (e.g. SWPPP, SPCC, HazWaste Contingency, Emergency Response Plan)
Establish proactive and cooperative relationships with safety and environmental regulatory agencies.
Participate in Corporate System EHS audits periodically at varies sites.
Shall understand the Food Safety Policy, GMP's, HACCP Principle and Food Safety Standard.
Other responsibilities as assigned.