Summary/ObjectiveThe Environmental and Safety Manager will implement and maintain policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment, as well as ensure that the facility complies to local, state, and federal regulatory body laws.
Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Organizational ownership of PWT Environmental and Safety Management Systems.
- Coach and mentor all leaders and developing leaders in aspects of safety and environmental compliance.
- Compliance training in key areas such as LOTO, fire prevention, fall protection, Illness and heat programs, machine guarding, mobile equipment safety, contractor management, and all other required topics.
- Able to train large groups in person.
- Maintain recordkeeping.
- Conduct audits and risk assessment.
- Identify facility safety and environmental risks.
- Propose/implement solutions.
- Develop and manage environmental and safety procedures for all areas of the Burlington Facility.
- Strong technical understanding of occupational health and safety regulations and practices, with strong knowledge in the areas of machine and electrical safety.
- Participates in the Employee Safety Committee and helps to direct the Committee's activities to ensure meaningful engagement from employees.
- Record and distribute monthly safety committee minutes.
- Prepare and schedule annual training covering emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other required compliance training.
- Lead Safety Observation Card (SOC) program.
- Develop, implement, and manage inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.
- Participate in incident root cause investigations and corrective action.
- Understand and manage compliance for all environmental permits.
- Prepare environmental reports such as TurboWaste & SARA 312
- Data collection and entry into online portals.
- Industrial stormwater management.
- Collect stormwater samples for laboratory testing according to permit requirements.
- Monitor the plant stormwater systems.
- Ensure that material safety data sheets (SDS) are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
- Manage hazardous waste.
- Maintain records of discharge of hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required.
- Manage Air Operation Permit.
- Inspect and file daily air quality records.
- Work well with all other departments.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Competencies- Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Work Environment Office setting and manufacturing plant (inside and outside in extreme weather conditions)
Physical Demands- Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Travel Requirements - Partnering business's
- Training classes
Education and Experience- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field preferred.
- Three years of related experience. Or any combination of experience and education to be able to perform the job well.
