Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

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Job Description

Job PositionTitle: Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

Function:EHS

Location:Columbus West

Job Group/Grade:JG5

PositionSummary:

This positionleadsthe Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team at our large and complex manufacturing site. The ideal candidate willbe responsible forthe overall EHS program at the site, including creating and implementing strategic safety and EHS initiatives to foster and enhance our EHS culture. This role requires a strong technical EHS skillset to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. It includes participation on the Plant Leadership Team and managing a team of direct reports as well as the ability to lead and influence without direct authority. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies,proceduresand best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations,policiesand procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Leadership: lead and manage a team of EHS professionals, providing guidance, support and development opportunities.

• Strategic Initiatives:Develop and implement strategic EHS initiatives , policies, programs and metrics to continuously improve the site's EHS culture and performance.

• Technical Expertise:Strong background in critical safety programs, such as LOTO, Machine Guarding, Powered Industrial Trucks, Electrical Safety and Fall Protection in order to coordinate day-to-day implemntation of programs

• Compliance:Ensure compliance with all relevant EHS regulations, laws, standards, permits/licenses and company policies.

• Training and Development:Design and deliver training programs to enhance the technical skills and knowledge of the EHS team.

• Incident Management:Facilitate incident investigations with strong root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Continuous Improvement:Drive continuous improvement in EHS processes and practices through data analysis, audits, and feedback.

• Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS considerations into operational decisions and projects.

• Other duties asrequiredto support the needs of the business.

• Bachelor'sdegreerequiredin Environmental Health & Safety,Engineeringor related field.

• Master'sdegree preferred

• Functional Safety Certifications, Certified Safety Specialist, Certified Industrial Hygienist, Six Sigma Green, or Black Beltpreferred

• Fiveyears of relevant experienceinEHSmanagement in a large manufacturing environment

• Strong technical knowledge of LOTO, Machine Guarding, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.

• Experience in Medical Device, Chemical, or manufacturing is preferred.

• Experience with OSHA PSM is preferred.

• Experience managing a team in a cross-functional environment is preferred.

• Knowledge and experience in ISO14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 compliance preferred. Auditor certifications a plus

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and mentor a team - Proficient

• Continuous improvement skills - Proficient

• Experience in managing/handling environmental compliance including reporting and record keeping, environmental permitting for all media, manufacturing operations, regulatory reviews - Proficient

• Presentation skills - Proficient

• Communicationand interpersonalskills - Advanced

• Ableto administer and interpret OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations - Advanced

• Able to perform compliance assessments and action plans - Advanced

• Handling conflict/mediation skills - Advanced

• Analytical skills - Advanced

• Problem solving skills - Advanced