Job Title: Manager, EHS and Security

Overview 
The Manager, EHS and Security leads, plans, develops, maintains and enhances the EHS and security culture and programs at the assigned distribution facilities as well as merchandising and sales offices. S/he will also develop and deliver effective standards, procedures, auditing, training, communications, and educational materials to promote increased understanding, appreciation, and adherence to safe operating practices throughout the workplace to ensure compliance with SGWS standards and government regulations.
The Manager, EHS and Security will be responsible for compliance with all federal, state and local safety and health regulations e.g. OSHA, FDA, FM Global, Fire Marshall and local law enforcement. Manager, EHS and Security will conduct thorough investigations and keep all required compliance documentation, conduct EHS compliance training, assure implementation of and compliance with the SGWS EHS Management System, and be an active team member of the Workers Compensation Program. Act in other capacities as directed by operations senior management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors. This includes the facility as well as drivers and sales representatives, guarding against theft, vandalism, fire, and illegal entry
• Promote an injury and incident free culture across the division to reduce EHS risks and ensure a safe and compliant work environment
• Assure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety, occupational health and environmental regulations including implementing the SGWS EHS standards and management systems process
• Ensure all security policies are being enforced on a regular basis and institute new security measures to ensure a high compliance with industry standards
• Work with Facilities and Operations team as needed in providing EHS and security input during the planning and execution of engineering and new technology applications to ensure that related safeguards are incorporated which meet all applicable regulatory requirements
• Assess work areas, tasks, equipment, and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions. Ensure appropriate risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazards Analysis) are conducted and corrective actions implemented to minimize or eliminate injuries and environmental impact
• Conduct EHS training and implement proactive programs to mitigate employee injuries and illnesses e.g. Stretching for safety and Behavioral Based safety programs
• Audit and prepare written reports and evaluations of both security and EHS staff functions
• Ensure the monitoring of the digital recording system with regards to loading discrepancies, theft, and surveillance is being used properly to verify or refute complaints or allegations
• Assist in internal investigations of employee alleged misconduct
• Investigate and evaluate root causes for occupational injuries/illnesses, incidents and near misses and maintain relevant data to drive strategic program decisions. This may include educating the line organization with performing incident investigations including coaching and counseling
• Facilitate Division Safety Committee and act as catalyst for assuring corrective actions are taken for items raised by safety committee members
• Conduct facility EHS observations and inspections on a frequent basis e.g. weekly, monthly, annually. Promote hazard identification and make recommendations for corrective actions
• Maintain understanding of business processes and functional interdependencies. Recognize and escalate, as needed, those issues identified as risks impacting, or opportunities to improve, division performance
• Coordinate deployment of environmental procedures, such as HazMat response, SPCC, Tier II, etc. and ensure ongoing compliance with all site environmental regulatory permits
• Visit each job site within areas of responsibility to monitor performance and work with division managers and Managers to improve performance on a continual basis in response the risk assessment observations in both EHS and security.
• Capable to work under pressure and deal with unexpected challenges in a professional and calm manner
• Ability to testify or give oral statements at appropriate venues
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum QUALIFICATIONS
• BS/BA in EHS, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field or a combination of education and experience in safety and security equivalent to Associates Degree and/or 8-10 years’ relevant experience
• Certifications are preferred, such as CSP, ASP, CIH, CHMM, OHST, CHST, CSHM, or other recognized EHS or Security credentials, or willing to secure within 3 years of hire date
• Demonstrated expertise in the anticipation, recognition, assessment, and control of risks to personnel, contractors, and the surrounding community
• Working knowledge of OSHA /EPA regulations and have background in both incident investigation and risk mitigation
• Working knowledge of Emergency Response and Risk Mitigation to provide support for emergency preparedness, response, and business continuity planning efforts
• Working knowledge of warehouse equipment operation, including obtaining Power Industrial Equipment (PIT) Train-the-Trainer certification within 1 year of hire, if not already credentialed
• Effective and proficient communication and presentation skills with the ability to lead and/or facilitate team meetings speak effectively before large groups of employees or customers
• First Aid, CPR & AED trained, or ability to complete within 1 year of hire date
• Previous experience in food & beverage, distribution operations or another fast-paced environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products and various other EHS data management systems (Intelex, Gensuite, Eneblon, etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.