Sr Manager Environmental, Health and Safety

MAIN FUNCTIONPlans, directs and controls the compliance requirements to environmental, health and safety functions of the corporation.Develops and implements corporate programs to ensure compliance with regulations, and rule requirements from Permits, Consent Decrees, NOV's, and other legal settlements. Helps implement those regulations into policies and procedures for proper implementation at operating plants.Possess Carbon Black 101 knowledge - manufacturing process, equipment and regulatory requirements via plant visits.Knowledge of required permits, specific conditions, records documentation, timing requirements and preparation.Provides leadership in the risk assessment and investigational matters in relation to EHS activities.Assists field EHS Superintendents to ensure compliance, permitting, safety and daily requirements.Experience with ISO 14001 Auditing and Compliance, SPCCs (Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plans), and SWP3 (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans).Represents the company in ICBA (International Carbon Black Association) and North American Product Safety and Regulatory Committee (NAPSRC) activities.Monitors and achieves compliance with regulatory permits and statutes. Deals directly with Federal (EPA), State, and local agencies for Consent Decree (CD) compliance reports, monitoring plant compliance to the CD, operating permits, application and compliance requirements.Establishes proper systems and procedures for monitoring, collection, and testing of potential air, water, and ground pollution samples. Makes necessary corrective action as appropriate.Actively leads the development and implementation of employee/public/community relations in environmental education, care, and advocacy.Reports on equipment usage of water, size, rates, discharge levels, locations, flows of rainfall, etc.Knowledge of flow diagrams, water sources (including storm water) run-off, recycle use in quenches, and volumes of water from various sources.Develops and administers company policies and procedures to assure compliance with all applicable laws.Performs regulatory audits and participates in PSAs.Establishes best practices in the area of work conditions and provides training and education to management, supervision, and employees alike.Identifies and evaluates industrial hygiene as it relates to workplace hazards and exposures.Develops and maintains documentation including MSDS, labels, and records of chemicals, products, and materials used in Company operations.Ensures compliance with all OSHA issued guidelines and standards.Ensures Heat Stress card guidelines are monitored and followed.Ensures training is conducted annually for PACE and Drug (NH, Post-accident, suspicion and random), Haz Waste, Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Hearing & Fall Protection, Hazard Communication and Good Housekeeping.Reviews the Plant Safety Assessments (PSAs) and follows up on actionable items.Reviews accident investigations and reporting of injuries and near misses for enhancements, improvement or training purposes.Oversees the design and implementation of an effective worker's compensation program and coordinates with insurance agencies to optimize costs and benefits.Manages and coordinates with OSHA to ensure compliance with agency rules.Follows DOT - PMSHA Drug Testing guidelines.Monitors Rx drugs provided to WC injured employees.Obtains a thorough understanding of the potential risk or exposure relating to the Company's performance in the EHS area. Deploys appropriate training and security systems and practices.Provides effective plans and strategies to minimize or eliminate exposure to loss of property or assets. Coordinates with legal counsel when necessary.Advises senior management of the EHS status through appropriate performance metrics on a regular (monthly) basis.Creates a team-oriented work environment within the corporation. Trains plant EHS personnel as needed.Be a proactive team member for increasing stakeholder value through EHS activities.BS in Biology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering. MS in Environmental Health. 10 to 15 years of relevant work experience, including 5 years of demonstrated success in a senior level corporate EHS position with a similarly-sized manufacturing company or consulting firm.Proficient with computerized, integrated information systems.Excellent communicator, both oral and written.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Environmental• Manage employee Consent Decree (CD) training (quarterly) to ensure compliance.• Manage all the issues of oil dike heights and volumes to hold 110%.Safety• Assist with company-wide safety records and respond to all internal and external reporting requirements.Health• Establish appropriate medical monitoring, assessment, and testing programs for employees.Risk Assessment and Risk ManagementLeadershipEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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