Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager - Relo Provided

Are you an EHS Manager with 5+ years of experience in the Manufacturing industry? Do you want to be the first EHS hire in the company and have the ability to build out the safety program? Do you want to oversee 2 sites locally? Do you want to join a company that is consistently growing year over year? If so, please read on and apply to the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager job based west of Albany, NY.

Client Details

We are currently partnered up with a Manufacturing Company in their search for an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager due to growth within the company. This will be the first EHS hire in the company and you will have the responsibility of building out the entire EHS program over 2 sites. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience within a Manufacturing company. If interested, please read on and apply to the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager job based West of Albany, NY.

Description

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Initiate, implement, and maintain environmental engineering programs affecting the plant.
• Conduct thorough investigation of environmental problem areas.
• Recommend types of equipment to be used and equipment specifications eliminating environmental problems.
• Ensure that new process equipment for which he/she is responsible meets prescribed engineering specifications and is properly installed.
• Monitor plant compliance to regulatory permit requirements.
• Ensure operation of plant wastewater treatment process meets regulatory requirements.
• Provide environmental awareness training for plant personnel on an annual basis.
• Interface with regulatory agencies to conduct site audits and assist in negotiation of permit requirements.
• Work with local government officials to maintain a favorable corporate neighbor image.
• Plan and coordinate all safety training programs, recommend safety incentive and award programs. Conduct safety meetings.
• Workers' compensation coordinator - work closely with insurer to provide timely compensation and timely and adequate medical care to injured employees. Represent company at related legal proceedings.
• Coordinate and participate in monthly inspection program identifying potential safety hazards and ensure timely correction of all violations.
• Coordinate and participate in investigations for injuries, near miss incidents and property damage incidents.
• Develop safety-related policies and procedures.
• Serve as Chairman of Safety Committee.
• Administer contractor safety program including periodic inspections and correction of violations.
• Conduct safety analyses on specific jobs where required.
• Coordinate ordering, maintenance, and distribution of personal safety equipment to employees, ensuring related records are maintained.

Profile

The ideal Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead and manage EHS programs and teams.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent are preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management software.

Job Offer

The successful Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager will be rewarded with the following:

• Base Salary of $90,000-$125,000 depending on experience
• Bonus
• 401K Match
• PTO
• Relocation Assistance if necessary
• Medical, Dental, Vision

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.