Environmental Health and Safety Site LeaderDakota Bodies Watertown - Watertown, SD 57201
Overview
Level:
Experienced Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: 2 Year Degree Travel Percentage: None Category: Other
Description:
Reporting directly to the EHS Regional Manager, the EHS Site Leader role is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of their assigned site and will work to create and enforce a culture of safety within our organization. Partnering with the local leadership teams in implementing EHS procedures, policies, as well as conducting site assessments, the position will develop and implement action plans that drive closure of open issues and improvements resulting in improved safety performance and environmental controls. The role will develop, implement, and evaluate EHS policies and procedures. They will provide authority and leadership with respect to the running of the site EHS programs including the development of strategies, procedures, and training to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company standards to improve safety and reduce/eliminate EHS related business risks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Provide strong visible and active daily presence in the functional work areas to observe operations and to work with employees to achieve safe behaviors and operations.
- Provide daily guidance and direction in EHS programs at the employee / supervisor and management level to ensure a common and effective approach.
- Evaluate the facility EHS related conditions and identify risks and develop appropriate action plans.
- Perform incident investigations and assist in corrective actions.
- Conduct job hazard analysis and recommend preventative/corrective action where hazards exist.
- Develop and deliver training to employees on EHS programs, including new employee orientation.
- Analyze and maintain EHS records, metrics and systems and reporting performance using Gensuite software management program.
- Lead worker injury management response as part of the workers compensation program.
- Manage hazardous waste (waste profiles, and coordinate disposal)
- Serve as chair on safety committees/councils
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:- 3-5 years of experience in EHS management. Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing environments.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline.
- Must have mathematical skills, reasoning ability, and analytical skillset.
- Professional certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST) or similar is preferred
- Extensive knowledge of Federal/State regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA).Strong interpersonal skills: must work well in teams and be able to develop relationships with various levels of leadership.
- Must be proficient in use of Microsoft office suite.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Other Skills & Abilities:
Flexible to work overtime as needed to meet schedule deadlines.
Flexible to change and open to constructive feedback.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload.
Leadership capability with perseverance and influence as an agent for change.
Ability to travel (up to 25%).
