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Emerson · 2 months ago

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

1561 Columbia Highway, Aiken, SC, 29801, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a dedicated Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead their organization's efforts in maintaining a safe and compliant workplace while minimizing environmental impact. The role involves planning, implementing, and maintaining various safety programs to ensure the highest level of safety for employees.

ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work with Plant Engineer and OHN to ensure the facility is in compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and codes. Apply and follow Emerson standard processes

Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conduct and coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices. Provide advice and counseling for all compliance regulations

Coordinate training for new and existing employees, including annual safety training

Compile, analyze, interpret and report accidents. Review property damage and injury reports

Lead and coordinate all safety committee activities

Help develop controls for identifying hazards, coordinate the implementation of controls from result of hazard analysis. Measure and evaluate the efficiency of the hazard control systems and procedures and recommend changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate work place accidents and injuries

Order and maintain all safety supplies, products or training items required with the support of the OHN

Manage recordkeeping and reporting requirements. Investigate accidents or near misses. Help promote a safety culture in the Company

Obey all safety rules and stop work if continuing is unsafe or will build an unsafe condition. Report all safety concerns immediately

Network with peers at other Emerson locations as needed

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and codes in regards to safety

Possess a high level of technical expertise, ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety

Ability to handle difficult conversations in regards to safety and employee behavior

Take initiative and make quality decisions based on known policies and procedures with minimal direction

Possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to empower and influence others

Lead with utmost integrity, professionalism and a positive attitude

Must be a phenomenal teammate and lead by example

Perform other tasks as assigned by Director of Operations

Qualification

EHS managementSafety complianceHazard analysisMicrosoft OfficeSafety trainingLean manufacturingProject managementCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem-solvingIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience in manufacturing in lieu of a degree

Relevant years of manufacturing & safety experience commensurate with the level of the position

Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic digital literacy

Experience with internal and/or external audits from regulatory agencies

Exposed to manufacturing plant conditions and elements including but not limited to noise, dust, dirt, oil, and grease

Able to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and codes in regards to safety

Possess a high level of technical expertise, ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety

Ability to handle difficult conversations in regards to safety and employee behavior

Take initiative and make quality decisions based on known policies and procedures with minimal direction

Possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to empower and influence others

Lead with utmost integrity, professionalism and a positive attitude

Must be a phenomenal teammate and lead by example

Preferred

Bachelors in safety engineering, Safety Management/ Technology/ Applied Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or Industrial Safety preferred

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or 5+ years of demonstrated ability experience in a safety capacity in a manufacturing environment required

Lean manufacturing experience preferred

Project management skills and the ability to work optimally in a team

Professional certifications in EHS, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)