Avient

Regional EH&S Manager

Avient$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
  • Over 10 years of EH&S experience in manufacturing, chemical, or industrial settings.
  • At least 5 years of leadership managing EH&S programs or personnel.
  • Expertise in evaluating government regulations and their impacts on business operations.
  • Extensive knowledge of EH&S management systems ensuring compliance and improvement.
  • Proficiency in managing environmental and health incidents, including chemical releases and work injuries.
  • Strong negotiation skills with regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Drive continuous improvement in EH&S, risk reduction, and associate engagement.
  • Coach and mentor facility EH&S managers and plant management.
  • Monitor and communicate progress on the EHS Roadmap and objectives.
  • Develop strategies to assess and mitigate potential risks.
  • Lead incident investigations and implement preventive actions using root cause analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety permitting and reporting requirements.
  • Collaborate on regional management systems and coordinate EHS IT platforms.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence safety and environmental standards at a corporate level.
  • Support for professional development and continuing education in EH&S.
  • Access to mentorship from seasoned leaders in the field.
  • Engagement in a company committed to responsible environmental practices.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Regional Manager EH&S ensures that comprehensive systems are in place to effectively and cost efficiently ensure assigned Avient facilities are in compliance with applicable regulations and consensus standards related to the environment, worker safety & health, and security. The position serves as an expert environmental, safety, and health (EH&S) resource for coaching and assisting facility level EH&S personnel as well as business unit management, plant managers, and Avient leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure continuous EHS improvement, risk reduction, and associate engagement at assigned Avient facilities.
  • Oversee environmental, safety, health, and security activities at respective sites through coaching, mentoring, training, and assisting facility EH&S managers, plant management, and business unit management.
  • Assist, monitor, and communicate facility progress on EHS Roadmap and towards achieving annual objectives.
  • Execute appropriate strategies designed to identify potential risk, evaluate consequences and provide solutions to adequately address facility needs.
  • Oversee incident investigation, reporting, follow-up, and implementation of preventive actions utilizing root cause analyses mapping tool.
  • Ensure governmental environmental, health, and safety permitting and reporting requirements are met at each assigned facility and supporting documentation is maintained.
  • Liaise and coordinate regional activities associated with management systems such as Responsible Care and EHS information technology platforms.
  • Oversee third party risk consultant and property insurance programs for respective sites.
  • Review and approve capital projects for respective sites.
  • Conduct environmental, safety, health, security and hygiene audits of respective sites for compliance with standards, laws, regulations, and other related practices and procedures.
  • Participate in development and maintenance of corporate environmental, safety, health, and security standards to ensure the intent of the corporate policies is met and regional needs are addressed. Standards establish minimum acceptable performance requirements.
  • Interface with governmental authorities for the discussion of adverse events, general questions or any related issues.
  • Assist with development, review, and maintenance of EH&S training programs to ensure compliance with applicable internal and external requirements.
  • Work with internal and external legal counsel when required.
  • Other activities when necessary or assigned.


Qualifications

  • Education
    • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field required or commensurate with experience.
  • Experience
    • 10+ years of progressive EH&S experience within manufacturing, chemical, industrial, or process industries.
    • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing EH&S programs and/or personnel.
    • Able to read and evaluate impact of existing and proposed government regulations on specific facilities, business enterprises, acquisitions, and corporate initiatives.
    • In depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety management systems which ensure continuous improvement and ongoing compliance.
    • Ability to develop and maintain 3rd party certified environmental, health, and safety management systems.
    • In depth knowledge of managing environmental, health, and safety incidents (chemical releases, fire, natural disasters, work related injuries, illnesses, etc.).
    • Ability to successfully negotiate with regulators and other external stakeholders.


  • Preferred Certifications
    • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
    • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
    • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
    • ISO 14001 or Responsible Care® experience


Physical Demands
  • Will require periods of domestic and international travel.
    • Must be able to navigate in an industrial environment. For example, climb stairs/ladders, move through cramped environments, and tolerate hot/cold conditions.


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About Avient

Avient Corporation is a leading provider of specialized polymer materials, services, and solutions. The company operates in more than 50 countries and serves a wide range of industries, including packaging, healthcare, transportation, electronics, and construction. Avient's product portfolio includes thermoplastic elastomers, color and additive concentrates, specialty compounds, and more. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio.
Learn more about Avient
Size
8,700 employees
Market Cap
$3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$131.6 million
5 Year Trend
+10.4%
Revenue
$3.2 billion
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