EHS and Facilities Manager

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, coordinates, and tracks Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
• Foster a safe working environment through leadership and policy.
• Influence and inspire all personnel to maintain a safe work environment which includes commitment to Greiner Bio-One safety standards.
• Facilitate incident investigations including the assessment of near misses, unsafe acts, or unsafe conditions.
• Be the lead authority on safety including performance reporting, compliance, and assessments, as well as improvement suggestions and implementation.
• Maintain OSHA knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Oversee site chemical management plan along with overseeing Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system including PPE, handling, and disposal guidance.
• Lead the First Responder First Aid/ CPR/ AED compliance program and maintain active participation rosters across shifts.
• Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard & Job Safety Analysis) and new equipment introductions.
• Ensure safety incident information and metrics are properly submitted and tracked in a timely manner.
• Champion the site Safety Committee and act as a resource to others as needed.
• Ensure proper emergency response measures are implemented, optimized, and practiced. Includes, but not limited to, evacuation plans and emergency response procedures.
• Publish and approve safety documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the Facilities Team to ensure infrastructure and grounds are maintained and all preventative maintenance are conducted, as necessary.
• Oversee work order requests for facilities and ensure completion to internal customer satisfaction.
• Manage and/or coordinate new construction and facility changes to comply with code, with appropriate notifications to colleagues, in compliance with change order procedures, on time, and to stakeholder satisfaction.
• Support adjacent departments with troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and best practices on equipment and infrastructure outside of Facility’s direct responsibility.
• Champion continuous improvement activities for EHS and facilities.
• Lead sustainability and all sustainability activities for the site.
• Empower the local team to reduce waste, energy consumption, and carbon emissions.
• Support and implement international sustainability initiatives, plans, and targets.
• Collaborate with international colleagues for best practices.
• Establish and maintain best practices related to sustainability tracking and reporting metrics.
• Utilize relationships with outside consultants, vendors, employment agencies, professional associations, and Federal and State government agencies such as OSHA and the EPA to ensure local compliance.
• Target and/or maintain relevant facility certification such as ISO
  45001, ISO
  14001, ISO
  50001, or other.

• Bachelor’s degree with a background in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Construction, Engineering, Manufacturing, or other related field.
• 5+ years of responsibilities in EHS and Facility Management in a fast paced, manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Strong leadership, teamwork, analysis, and judgment skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving employee related matters and concerns.
• Experience in Worker’s Compensation case management.
• Proven safety record, site successes attributed to individual impact and demonstrated measurable improvements to the safety program.
• EMT certifications preferred.
• Certified Safety Manager preferred.

• Ability to sit/walk for minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work weekends and/or alternate shifts as required. Must be able to travel from time to time including overnight, as required.
• Position may require occasional travel.

We provide equal opportunities for everyone and see diversity as our strength. Therefore, we welcome all applicants – regardless of characteristics such as gender, age, background, social status, sexual orientation, religion, or mental and physical abilities. We have set the goal of empowering women and increasing female leader representation. We foster an inclusive work environment and encourage all individuals to apply.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Location:

Charlotte, NC

Salary: $-$