EHS Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Occupational safety
- Posted
Skills
Full description
Department:
EHS (Environmental, Health and Safety)
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Reports To:
EHS Director US Operations
DOT/NON-DOT:
NON-DOT
Position Summary:
Oversees and develops environmental, health and safety and compliance policies and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Directs all operations regarding security and facility requirements within the operation. Expectation is to consistently meet set KPIs, set clear expectations for supervisors and hold them accountable to those expectations, and ensure 100% safety compliance at all times.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
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Manages environmental, health and safety compliance programs and actions to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal safety policies and regulations.
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Directs the inspection of work practices safety and safety hazards; and work areas to ensure the presence of appropriate fire protection equipment, safety equipment, and first-aid supplies.
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Provides interface with and required information to government agencies, such as but not limited to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, local level Department of Environmental Protection, and the Regulatory and Environmental Services Department Air & Water Quality Division.
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Oversees the proper use and handling of hazardous materials.
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Approves environmental, health and safety training related to North State operations.
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Develops, reviews and updates workplace safety and environmental compliance rules and policies.
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Ensures the proper sample collection of hazardous materials, gasses, vapors, or other potentially toxic materials for analysis or testing.
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Reviews all accident reports for cause and prevention of recurrence, investigating accidents as necessary.
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Orders suspension of activities that pose threats to workers’ health and safety.
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Maintains employee accident and injury records.
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Maintains and updates emergency response plans and procedures.
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Posts annually an OSHA report referencing 29 CFR 1904.
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Provides inputs for annual budget for area of responsibility using historic consumption and forecasted workload.
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Manages the security oversight to the building.
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Interfaces with external vendors regarding security, including those involving access control and CCTV.
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Ensures the documentation of environmental, health and safety inspections as required.
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Initiates and recommends approval of personnel actions including PTO, pay changes, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers, and leaves of absence.
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Interviews, selects and/or recommends hire of employees; and provides appropriate training for departmental personnel.
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Administer the Drug and Alcohol Safety Program in compliance with DOT/FAA regulations, ensuring North State meets all federal and state requirements; coordinate testing procedures, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with third-party vendors to support a safe and compliant workplace.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Decision Discretion:Decisions made by this role that DO NOT require approval (communication still expected):
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Approval of EHS related invoices under the MROH governance threshold
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Team PTO requests
Decisions that require approval:
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Approval of EHS related invoices over the MROH governance threshold
Key Interactions:Internal:
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Executives, Leadership and Operations Staff from NSA
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Executives and Operations Staff from other OpCos
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Employees (Team NSA)
External:
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C-Level and Executive Staff from Holdings Company
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Customers, Vendors and Officials/Representatives
Position Profile:
Category
Required
Desired
Level
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety and/or Environmental Science, or a relevant technical or engineering discipline, OR an equivalent background of experience and training providing knowledge of appropriate safety practices, principles, and procedures.
✓
Languages
Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Spanish a plus
✓
Special Licenses
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Previous Experience
Minimum of six (6) years related experience; OR Occupational Safety & Health, Safety and/or Environmental Science AND at least 2 years related experience.
✓
Tools & Technology
Position requires proficiency in software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and working knowledge of North State’s ERP system.
✓
Required Skills – Technical:
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Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
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Keen interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff and customers from multi locations.
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Expert level written and verbal communication skills and the ability to relate to people at all levels within the organization.
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Strong judgment and emotional maturity with proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.