Manager - Environmental, Health and Safety

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For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

The EH&S Manager will direct and support all facets of Health, Safety and Environmental for the Refinery Services Group - Sumter Services, Pinewood, Texarkana, Sumter MPF. This includes, but is not limited to, workforce development, safety/environmental training, and compliance with state and federal laws/regulation. This position will identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury, property damage, or negative environmental impact by using safety standards, best management practices, and analytical techniques.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The EH&S Manager position is a multiple facility responsibility with remote work possible on occasion. It is expected to be on each site regularly.
• Keeps up to date on reporting requirements of various regulatory agencies.
• Direct environmental compliance programs related to hazardous wastes, air permitting, water pollution control, etc.
• Report to regulatory agencies, i.e. including OSHA, EPA, DHEC and various state and local agencies, etc.
• Update procedures and documents related to EH&S and provide training, as required for affected personnel.
• Develop specialized training programs and procedures to communicate hazard control information to all personnel.
• Develop Job Hazard Analysis on non-routine tasks, and PPE requirements for fixed and remote jobsite locations.
• Educate, motivate and train personnel in good housekeeping practices and safe work procedures
• Ensure training and/or certification of all personnel, i.e. First Aid, CPR, FIT test, Forklift Operator, Tractor Operator, SPCC, RCRA, SWPPP, etc.
• Perform analysis and institute safe work procedures.
• Conduct weekly environmental walkdowns and daily safety inspections; document findings and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain all site required documentation related to safety and environmental issues, i.e. accident reports, inspection reports, training logs, environmental events, agency notifications, etc
• Maintain site posting boards, crew posting binders, and crew management equipment.
• Conduct accident investigations and facilitate the return-to-work program.
• Manage daily activities regarding injury management and workers' compensation issues.
• Maintain and update company policies regarding plant safety programs.
• Facilitate effective and timely communication between all levels of plant personnel.
• Manage annual audit and inspection procedures and meet with compliance audit personnel.
• Maintain and input EHS data in EHS reporting software; Ideagen,Velocity, EcoVadis, ISN Networld, GPI Learn Plus
• Manage insurance claims reporting
• Knowledge of Hazardous Waste regulations 40 and 49 CFR, and applicable environmental state and federal regulations
• Review and provide guidance on chemical compatibility with transportation equipment.
• Additional projects and responsibilities to be determined on an as-needed basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. The individual will have following skills, education and experience (a combination of same may be considered):

• Minimum of five years of EHS management experience in manufacturing environment
• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent experience or relevant subject matter expertise, preferred.
• Experience reporting to Governmental agencies
• Travel may be required up to 25%
• Experience with Haz waste regulations CFR 40 and 49 and OSHA 1910
• Experience managing and mentoring company teams and multiple locations regarding EH&S.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (training/presentations/report writing) are essential.
• Skilled in the standards, concepts, practices, and procedures within the health, safety and environmental and DOT fields.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Handle confidential information in strict confidence and with great sensitivity.
• Clean DMV driving history/insurable
• Computer literacy with familiarity with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel is required.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal and state employment laws, rules, regulations and best practices
• Must have excellent communication and people skills; must be able to follow directions. Must be able to understand and follow work rules and procedures. Must be able to accept and learn from constructive criticism and audits.
• Organized, with ability to prioritize and follow through under minimal supervision
• Effective communicator with all levels of management, employees, and outside personnel
• Analytical thinker and problem solver

Physical demands of the role:

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Ability to move drums and other containers within the OSHA limits.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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