Job DescriptionYour Role at KIKWe are looking for a proactive and experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing safety equipment inventory, conducting regular safety inspections, and managing hazardous waste removal vendors. You will interact with various departments to deliver training in emergency response procedures and hazardous material handling, ensuring that all employees are equipped with the knowledge to work safely and effectively.
As the EHS Manager, you will also be responsible for monitoring environmental compliance and acting as the key liaison with regulatory agencies. You will alert the leadership team to any environmental health and safety risks, providing recommendations for corrective actions to prevent hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the chemical manufacturing industry, with a strong understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plans (RMP). This position is integral to ensuring a safe and compliant workplace, protecting both the environment and the well-being of our team
What You'll Do- Subject matter expert in EHS providing site specific technical guidance
- Establishment and maintenance of site EHS objectives and targets
- Represents EHS on site Leadership Team
- Development and execution of tactical and strategic plans to improve EHS performance
- Manage the EHS training program, including new hire, job-specific, contractor and required refresher training
- Manage the site EHS Committee
- Manage site EHS communications
- Manage site incident and injury reporting, investigation, and recordkeeping
- Assist in the management of worker's compensation claims and the site KIK Return to Work program
What You'll Bring- Bachelor's degree is required
- 5 or more years of environmental, health and safety compliance experience in a manufacturing environment, chemical manufacturing would be preferred
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of federal, state/provincial and local EHS regulations is required
- Experience with Industrial wastewater and potable water systems, as well as the chemicals or consumer products industry a plus
- Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management Plans (RMP) or E2 requirements is required
- Experience supervising employees is a plus
- Self-driver focusing on continuous improvement
- Ability to collaborate, work beyond obstacles and build trust with impacted departments
- Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize workload based on impact and facility goals
- Ability to drive change by taking projects from proposal to implementation
- Ability to effectively supervise, coach, and mentor others
- 24/7 Emergency Response: Serve as lead for Emergency Response Team and the point of contact for all EHS emergencies, ensuring rapid response and resolution to incidents at any time.
What You Will GetKIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
