What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety and Environmental Manager position at ELLWOOD?
Essential Responsibilities:
- Lead all site-level EHS initiatives in accordance with OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
- Manage and continuously improve the facility’s Safety Program, including training, audits, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and incident investigations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for environmental compliance activities including hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater management.
- Monitor and manage the facility’s industrial wastewater system, including compliance reporting, sampling schedules, and coordination with municipal water authorities.
- Conduct environmental inspections and ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste.
- Maintain EHS records, permits, and documentation required for regulatory compliance and internal audits.
- Investigate accidents and incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and HR to ensure safe work practices and employee accountability.
- Manage safety committees, lead monthly meetings, and support behavior-based safety (BBS) programs.
- Develop and deliver training related to safety, environmental compliance, emergency response, lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, PPE, and other EHS topics.
- Lead emergency preparedness planning, including fire drills and spill response procedures.
- Track and report EHS metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses, etc.) and develop actionable plans to improve performance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
- 5 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, preferably in forging or metalworking.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ regulations, particularly related to industrial wastewater and air permitting.
- Proven experience with wastewater system operations and environmental sampling/reporting.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and EHS management software.