Sr. EHS Manager

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

• Manage all environmental, health and safety activities that are required by Federal, State, Provincial, and various local government entities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report improvement opportunities to top management.
• Provide environmental, health and safety training, as required by company policy and regulatory authorities.
• Manage and improve the facility’s environmental, health and safety management system, based on ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.
• Track environmental, health and safety performance.
• Plan, implement, and coordinate programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and regulatory risk.
• Identify and appraise conditions which could produce accidents and liability.
• Develop accident-prevention programs for incorporation into operational policies of the organization.
• Coordinate safety activities of unit managers to ensure implementation of safety activities throughout the organization.
• Maintain liaison with outside organizations, such as fire departments, mutual aid societies, and rescue teams, to assure information exchange and mutual assistance.
• Devise methods to evaluate safety program and conduct or direct evaluations.
• Evaluate technical and scientific publications concerned with safety management and participate in activities of related professional organizations to update knowledge of safety program developments.
• Responsible for sharing skills and knowledge; train other employees.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts. Support and help to implement new ideas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in a related field and applicable work experience.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS or related work experience.
• Proficient in multiple software applications including, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other industry related software (SDS, Injury Management, etc.).

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively.
• Manage multiple plants or a high risk plant.
• Is a mentor to others in the organization and regularly shares best practices.
• Vocal leader who understands the difference between manager and leader.  Volunteer for sharing best practices regularly.  Ability to learn from failures and become a better EHS Manager.
• Expert level understanding of regulatory requirements, interpretation, and implementation of EHS programs.
• Deep understanding of behavioral models and regularly influences change at the facility.
• Detailed understanding of the ceramics process or experience in a directly related field.
• Able to take lead role on a regional or corporate project on a regular basis. 
• Active member of an EHS-related professional association.  Certified as a safety professional, or an active learner who demonstrates deep knowledge of EHS issues.
• Proficient in internal and external networking.
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

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Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!