EHS Manager

A growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products is seeking an EHS Manager to lead the environmental and safety programs for their new facility in Mesa, AZ.  Excellent opportunity to work with project management to open plant and implement the environmental and safety programs.  Ideal candidate will have EHS experience in an industrial background with the ability to work with employees of various levels of the business.
Responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead the implementation/conformance of the Arizona EHSSMS.
• Manage relationship with outside regulatory agencies with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies (e.g., City of Mesa ADEQ, EPA, OSHA) to ensure compliance with all applicable polices and regulatory requirements and submit annual compliance reports.
• Implement and maintain the ISO 14001/45001 EHSSMS systems and certifications.
• Lead Arizona waste program to ensure timely and cost-effective waste disposal.
• Oversight for site security program compliance.
• Assists in the evaluation of chemicals, activities and processes for compliance and prevention of EHSS impacts.
• Partner with Arizona management to integrate and utilize key business systems and tools (e.g., CMMS, EHS Inquiry Form, Project Tracking System).
• Manage and coordinate EHSS project scope items with management, internal staff, and local building officials (AHJs).
• Make recommendations regarding the need for the purchase of additional facility/EHSS related equipment. Propose capital improvement projects as needed to improve operational performance and assist with their execution.
• Oversee all emergency response activities and serve as primary regulatory liaison for emergency services.
• Drive safety excellence through inspections, process/equipment reviews and proactive risk elimination and track corrective actions to closure.
• Oversee accident investigations and near misses to determine root cause and recommend preventive measures.
• Lead monthly site EHSS meetings to promote employee engagement and continuous improvement of the safety program.

Required:

• B.S. in EHS Management, Engineering, Science, or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing type setting.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies.
• Experience in the design, permitting, installation and compliance testing for air, water, and waste management processes.
• Lead Auditor certification in ISO.
• Experience in permitting processes and compliance strategies for all environmental, safety and related matters.
• RCRA Training
• Knowledge of EMS software preferred