EHS Manager (Onsite)

The EHS Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring workplace safety and health compliance. They prioritize maintaining a safe work environment safeguarding employee well-being and promoting a safety-oriented culture. Their efforts significantly impact the overall health and safety of the organization.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement policies and programs to ensure compliance with local regional and federal EHS regulations (OSHA EPA etc) for assigned locations and groups.
• Ensure that local policies and procedures for safe work are established implemented and followed at assigned work locations.
• Lead location/area managers and teams in promoting and practicing safe operating procedures.
• Develop and implement procedures for local compliance with corporate incident reporting and investigation programs
• Provide EHS technical expertise to local investigation teams identifying root causes and suggesting corrective measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
• Develop arrange implement and conduct EHS training to maintain regulatory compliance for assigned location(s) and or organization(s).
• Maintain and execute an EHS compliance calendar for all required regulatory and policy activities.
• Serve in a management leadership capacity on EHS-related committees for assigned locations and organizations.
• Ensures mandatory regulatory event reporting (such as annual OSHA 300 log notifications of serious accidents hospitalizations or deaths).
• Collaborate with site management to develop corrective action plans and set goals for enhancing EHS compliance performance in the upcoming year.
• Leads location EHS review meetings with location leadership team EHS Corporate and other applicable higher management levels.
• Conduct annual reviews and audits of assigned locations to ensure compliance with environmental health and safety (EHS) policies and regulations. Develop corrective action plans as needed.
• Serve as the local EHS representative for capital projects reviewing for uncontrolled hazards impacts and permitting requirements.
• Perform other assigned duties with or without accommodation.

Qualifications :

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• OSHA Compliance Ensures workplace practices policies and environments meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Risk Assessment Identifies potential hazards assesses risks and implements preventive measures.
• Incident Investigation Conducts thorough investigations identifies root causes documents incidents and implements corrective actions.
• Emergency Response Handles emergencies effectively including evacuation procedures first aid and crisis management.
• Safety Training Trains employees on safety procedures using effective communication and teaching skills.
• Industrial Hygiene Understands industrial hygiene principles including exposure limits ventilation and chemical safety.
• Ergonomics Applies ergonomic principles to prevent workplace injuries related to posture repetitive motions and workstation design.
• Safety Audits Conducts regular safety audits to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with safety standards.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in EHS or related Science field is required. A Masters Degree in EHS or related Science field is preferred. In lieu of bachelors degree 10 years experience within EHS function will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years experience in EHS function preferably within a Manufacturing Facilities Management and/or Research Laboratory setting. This experience should include direct responsibility for EHS activities and interactions with Regulatory Agencies (inspections official written response arbitration etc.). Advanced degrees and certifications may count in lieu of years of service.
• Required 2 or more years of EHS leadership responsibility (organizational or direct reports). Preference is given to applicable EHS-related professional certifications (ASP CSP IHIT CIH CHMM etc.).
• Thorough understanding of EHS science analytical and problem-solving skills and strong communication skills (speaking and listening). Working knowledge of EHS regulations with a strong understanding of OSHA and EPA laws
• Priority given to skills in Technical Writing Negotiation Conflict Resolution and Training..

COMPETENCIES

• Basic management skills including formalized methodologies (goal setting performance tracking etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills along with a solid business acumen.
• Experience with leadership positions and the ability to manage complex operations and projects.
• Proficiency in basic software programs (Windows MS Office etc.).
• Works with minimal direct supervision relying on experience judgment and understanding of regulatory requirements and management systems. Most decisions are made collaboratively with assigned site management teams (e.g. Plant Supply Chain etc.).
• Financial responsibilities include managing assigned operating budgets and collaborating with assigned Location/Organization leader budget/spend approvals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Mobility Prolonged periods of time on feet standing bending etc.
• Exposure Moving mechanical parts fumes airborne particles and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance High noise levels.

Additional Information :

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO paid holidays FSA life insurance LTD STD 401k EAP discount programs tuition reimbursement training and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30 hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO paid holidays FSA life insurance LTD STD 401k EAP discount programs tuition reimbursement training and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30 hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy genetic information disability or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement please contact Human Resources at or If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please contact Human Resources at or This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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