Description

WEG: Our Company

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 30,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an ambitious rate and we're looking for hardworking individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan.

WEG is committed to building quality products and providing efficient solutions. To achieve this goal, we strive for continuous investment in innovation and team work. Helping people reach their goals by living the values of the company is a passion shared by everyone at WEG.

At WEG, our Values stand as: Human Company, Team Work, Efficiency, Flexibility, Innovation and Leadership. As a Human Company, we value each individual contribution to our success, and we motivate people by means of integrity, ethics and constant support to personal development. WEG, also, supports Green Initiatives and ESG goals.

Role: Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager

In this role, see yourself providing solutions to ensure a safe & secure workplace for employees while minimizing our environmental footprint.

You will have responsibility for the following items:

• Lead the EHS and Safety committees and other safety, health, and sustainability initiatives. 
• Identify and anticipate environmental, health, and safety concerns and lead implementation of solutions.
• Influence change through others in order to promote & maintain a safety conscious culture.
• Provide guidance to site leadership & supervision regarding EHS related issues, while acting as the subject matter expert in these areas.
• Conduct / coordinate EHS related training of all employees to ensure compliance with legal, system and customer requirements.
• Maintain appropriate records as required by legal, system and customer requirements.
• Manage and maintain site EHS statistics, reporting results to leadership.
• Complete and submit reports to both corporate and legal entities as required as well as conduct required reviews.
• Work with local, state and federal agencies (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DNR, City of Washington, including FD & PD).

Environmental/Sustainability:

• Manage, organize and maintain accurate records for use and disposal of all materials/chemicals used within the facilities according to legal requirements and internal procedures.
• Collaborate with associates in decreasing environmental footprint while enhancing business processes.

Health & Wellness:

• Promote Wellness in the workplace, including healthier options and programs for workplace environment.
• Support coordination of health screenings and blood drives.
• Ensure optimal security for manufacturing sites.

Safety:

• Develop and maintain industrial hygiene programs such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, etc.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation program, including coordination medical treatment of injuries through approved providers—timely & confidentially.
• Lead accident/incident cases as well as corrective/preventative action and reporting.

Apply Today:

• Do you have passion for EHS?
• Do you enjoy making a difference?
• Do you want to be part of a growing company?

If you answered "Yes" & meet our qualifications, we invite you to apply today to join the WEG Team!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or promotion without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at 1-636-239-9300 should you need a referral to the recruiter for this requisition. 

https://www.weg.us/careers 

Benefits:

WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits available on your first day, including:

· Paid Vacation & Holidays

· Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

· Safe Harbor 401(k) with Match

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Company paid life & disability insurance.

· Bonus Plan (pro-rated)

Requirements

Basic:

• Bachelor Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Health Safety, Environmental, Engineering or related field, or equivalent. 
• Five (5) years experience in a manfacturing setting with at least three (3) years in in one or more EHS related field(s)—including co-op(s) or internship(s).
• Proficient in MS Word Suite.
• The individual must have an accurate and up to date knowledge of federal & state environmental health and safety legislation and developments.

Preferred:

• Board of Certified Safety Professionals Qualified Credential (e.g., Certified Safety Professional®)
• National Registry of Environmental Professionals® Credential (e.g., Registered Environmental Professional®)
• Experience working with other Worker’s Compensation Insurance provider or Third Party Administrator.
• Experience supporting Medium or Multi-Site manufacturing locations.
• Implementation or maintenance of OSHA VPP.
• Experience with Electrical Service over 600 volts.