EHS Manager

Under guidance of the Regional EHS Coordinator the EHS Manager will strive to provide a safe and compliant work environment for all employees within First Brands. Manages and ensures compliance with internal and external audits as well as regulatory compliance.

NATURE & SCOPE

First Brands Group is a manufacturer of OEM and aftermarket automotive parts and accessories with facilities located in Illinois, South Carolina, Michigan, California, Ohio, Oklahoma, California, Kansas, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Texas. First Brands Group is headquartered in Cleveland, OH. First Brands Group manufactures and distributes OEM and aftermarket car parts and accessories nationwide and globally from our facilities. This position reports directly to the Regional Safety Coordiator and takes direction on corporate policies/procedures and federal/state safety and loss control regulations, such as EPA, OSHA, DOT, etc. The primary function of this position is to manage and sustain policies and programs to provide a safe and healthy workplace free from recognized hazards and to help ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state EH&S regulations. Through internal audits, employee observations, recommendations and suggestions, incumbent identifies environmental, safety, and health hazards and directs appropriate corrective action to be taken. This position reviews and recommends work methods with regard to improved ergonomics, reviews SDS’s, monitors hazardous material handling and usage, recommends new chemicals and personal protection equipment, adequacy of ventilation, air quality, and noise levels throughout the manufacturing and distribution facilities. The incumbent supports the facility in properly managing recordable accidents by conducting accident investigations and ensures corrective action is taken to prevent recurrence. Provides guidance and coaching to safety committees and safety team members for each location. Provide collaborative support to the location to develop, implement and maintain documents required OSHA, Safety, EPA, ISO 14001, DOT training or any other external audit requirement.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Assist in the development of comprehensive strategy to establish and sustain a strong safety culture within the entire organization.

2. Assist in the design of, implement and communicate the company’s health and safety policies, programs and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

3. Solicit feedback on safety concerns and observations, encouraging active participation, immediate incident/injury reporting and fostering a sense of shared responsibility.

4. Analyze incident data and trends, conduct thorough investigations into accidents and near miss incidents to identify potential safety, health and environmental risks inherent to the various environments and develop mitigation strategies.

5. Interfaces with federal, state, local, national, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance. Ensures compliance with environmental permits and regulatory reporting requirements. Represents the site during regulatory agency inspections, audits, and inquiries.

6. Coordinates applicable environmental, health and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal and state standards and regulations.

7. Ensures reporting of all accidents, documentation of recordable accidents, provide guidance during the accident investigation, and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken to prevent recurrence.

8. Investigate OSHA, EPA, DOT, ergonomic, safety, health and hygiene complaints, suggestions and recommendations and resolve any related problems.

9. Ensure ISO 14000 compliance, if required.

10. Oversee Loss Control & Protection Mutual visits and ensures recommendations are reviewed and implemented as appropriate.

11. Provide direction and guidance during routine Safety Teams meetings.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent in education and experience.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years working in a manufacturing environment as environmental, health and safety profession.

Communication: Good communication skills to deal with multiple levels of the organization. Ability to listen and discuss information.

Special Skills: Knowledge of ISO & TS standards and requirements Knowledge of OSHA, EPA & DOT standards Microsoft Office (ppt, excel, word, outlook) Internal / External Auditing Experience Knowledge/Training in First Aid & CPR Proven experience in health, safety, and environmental leadership roles Proven ability to develop, implement and manage effective health and safety programs.