Director of Safety and Environmental Programs

Job Summary: The Director of Safety and Environmental Programs is in charge of the Company’s Safety and Environmental Programs. Oversee the completion of Job Safety & Hazard Analyses. Review the results of the Job Safety Observation Program. Review and improve the existing OSHA/EPA compliance management systems at the Plants. Prepare or assist in preparing: Monthly wastewater discharge reportsAnnual toxic release inventory reportsAnnual air emission reportsSpill Prevention PlansWork closely with the Materials Research Laboratory to identify and reduce or eliminate the use of hazardous raw materials. Work closely with the Sales Division to respond to customer queries regarding safety and environmental issues. Participate in and contribute to corporate Quality Assurance programs. Direct corporate environmental compliance and stewardship programs to mitigate risk, improve operational efficiency, and optimize costs. Assist the Plants in minimizing waste generated and reducing waste disposal costs. Provide Safety/Environmental training to the Plants and Service Centers. Track energy and water usage at all Plants. Manage electricity and natural gas contracts with consultants and 3rd party vendors. Prepare an annual energy and water budget for the Plants. Communicate complex regulatory issues affecting the Company’s operations to executives, Plant staff, legal counsel, regulatory agencies, consultants and others as required. Understand how statutes, regulations and policies are proposed, promulgated, implemented and enforced on the Federal, State and local levels. Research new regulations or existing regulations applicable to new operations and new compliance strategies. Understand financial accounting methods to provide accurate compliance cost estimates and track Plant performance. Understand audit principles to review and improve Plant performance. Work effectively with executives, Plant staff, legal counsel, insurance companies, regulatory inspectors and consultants. Challenge all regulatory requirements and consultant/contractor recommendations to minimize costs. Commute Time Show on map From Location To Location102 Hilltop Rd, Ramsey, NJ 07446, USAEssential Duties And Responsibilities Oversee the completion of Job Safety & Hazard Analyses. Review the results of the Job Safety Observation Program. Review and improve the existing OSHA/EPA compliance management systems at the Plants. Prepare or assist in preparing: Monthly wastewater discharge reportsAnnual toxic release inventory reportsAnnual air emission reportsSpill Prevention PlansWork closely with the Materials Research Laboratory to identify and reduce or eliminate the use of hazardous raw materials. Work closely with the Sales Division to respond to customer queries regarding safety and environmental issues. Participate in and contribute to corporate Quality Assurance programs. Direct corporate environmental compliance and stewardship programs to mitigate risk, improve operational efficiency, and optimize costs. Assist the Plants in minimizing waste generated and reducing waste disposal costs. Provide Safety/Environmental training to the Plants and Service Centers. Track energy and water usage at all Plants. Manage electricity and natural gas contracts with consultants and 3rd party vendors. Prepare an annual energy and water budget for the Plants. Communicate complex regulatory issues affecting the Company’s operations to executives, Plant staff, legal counsel, regulatory agencies, consultants and others as required. Understand how statutes, regulations and policies are proposed, promulgated, implemented and enforced on the Federal, State and local levels. Research new regulations or existing regulations applicable to new operations and new compliance strategies. Understand financial accounting methods to provide accurate compliance cost estimates and track Plant performance. Understand audit principles to review and improve Plant performance. Work effectively with executives, Plant staff, legal counsel, insurance companies, regulatory inspectors and consultants. Challenge all regulatory requirements and consultant/contractor recommendations to minimize costs.

Excel, Word, PowerPointEducation And Work ExperienceB.S. degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or Engineering.