Ehs Program Manager Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

As the EHS Manager, you will provide Safety leadership and strategy in continuous improvement efforts. In this role, you will actively participate as a member of the plant leadership team, working proactively towards improving the safety culture of the site. The EHS Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations related to health and safety, implementing safety protocols and communications, supporting a strong continuous improvement environment, and providing proactive guidance and direction to ensure safe operations. The successful EHS Manager has a strong understanding of environmental health and safety practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence others and work collaboratively across departments.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities, your core responsibilities will be:

1. Compliance with Health & Safety Regulations

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to environmental health and safety within the facility
• Manage federal, state, and local outside agencies for routine safety inspections, including compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Lead local safety and environmental programs and provide direction for facility
• Stay up to date on federal, state, and local regulations related to environmental health and safety and advise management on emerging trends and changes in regulations, assisting in the implementation of necessary measures to maintain compliance
• Develop and oversee incident response plans and procedures
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and other safety incidents to identify root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Ensure proper onsite management and offsite disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes to protect water quality and comply with applicable regulations
• Conduct daily activities including incident review, risk assessment, action item tracking, reporting, 5S/CI events, and project tracking
• Working with Business Unit Safety Manager, implement enterprise-wide and business unit safety activities

2. Risk Assessment

• Manage local Safety and Environmental programs and provide direction for corrections and improvements as needed
• Conduct regular inspections and audits for the facility to assess compliance with safety regulations and internal policies; provide recommendations and guidance for corrective actions as needed
• Develop and implement safety protocols, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and hazards in the workplace
• Collaborate with management to develop and maintain emergency response plans. Conduct drills and exercises to assess the effectiveness of emergency protocols and ensure employees are prepared
• Investigates and reviews safety related incidents and reports, including reports for insurance carriers
• Drive closure of recommendations to reduce identified risks

3. Communication and Documentation

• Establish and implement facility and organizational safety communications to ensure employees are aware of potential hazards and safety initiatives
• Develop, deliver, and track environmental and safety training, including hazardous material handling, new employee orientation, emergency response, lockout/tagout, and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage to increase awareness and understanding of safety practices
• Maintain exact records and documentation related to safety programs, incidents, inspections, and training activities
• Develop, manage, and check monthly metrics and audits for EHS
• Prepare reports and presentations on safety performance, trends, and recommendations for management
• Regularly communicate with leadership on projects, ongoing issues, and opportunities

4. Continuous Improvement

• Continuously evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, and machinery to identify potential safety hazards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to recommend and implement improvements to processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to enhance workplace safety
• Champion initiatives that identify and communicate facility risk exposure and prioritize risk reduction needs
• Champion and participate in safety and employee engagement initiatives
• Support facility-wide continuous improvement and 5S efforts
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce or eliminate waste by reducing process waste, reducing, and recycling
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 7+ years of experience in an environmental, health, and safety manufacturing environment

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in Lockout/Tag out programs and machine guarding
• Experience with forklift training
• In depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, and standards (OSHA, EPA)
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and associated safety hazards
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles
• Training and facilitation experience and capability
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex safety concepts to diverse audiences
• Analytical mindset with the proven ability to assess risks, identify trends, interpret operational needs, and recommend appropriate corrective actions
• Problem solving and data analysis skills (8D, 5Y, statistics)
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, influence, and coach stakeholders at varying levels of the organization
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple project simultaneously
• Proficiency in using software applications and tools for safety reporting, data analysis, and documentation
• Strong PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to develop summary graphs, tables, pivot tables, and other reports using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred
• Certified Safety professional, preferred
• First Aid/CPR certification, preferred