EHS Manager - Luxfer MEL Technologies

Tamaqua, PA 18252

About the Job

Title: EHS Manager
Position reports to the VP / General Manager of Operations
Location: Tamaqua, PA
Muti-site position!
Travel requirements: 20-30% of the time to two other sites. (Saxonburg, PA and Flemington, NJ)

Luxfer MEL Technologies is a global leader in the development, manufacturing and supply of Magnesium and Zirconium based products and services to technology industries worldwide. We provide innovative products and solutions to global customers in a broad range of markets including Aerospace, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Ceramics and healthcare. We have a wide range of products including hazardous, non-hazardous and export shipments. We are passionate about achieving high standards. At Luxfer, Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development and Teamwork are out core values.
Summary:
The Environmental, Health and Safety Manager is responsible for the management and implementation of all company environmental, health & safety programs. The successful candidate will develop and manage the company’s environmental, health and safety programs and standards. You will ensure compliance with the company’s Environmental Statement and Health & Safety policies, maintain effective relations with the regulators, local community and ensure company programs and activities are communicated as appropriate. You will record and investigate all accidents, near misses and environmental incidents.
Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, eligible 1st of the month following hire
Vacation, sick and personal time off
Disability and Life Insurance
401k match
Tuition Reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
Salary up to $140k depending on experience

Main Responsibilities:

Identifies and anticipates safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions; rendering opinions on new equipment and procedures, investigating violations, recommending preventive programs.
Ensures corporate compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, interpreting standards, enforcing adherence to regulations and advising management on needed actions.
Identifies sources of environmental pollution by collecting and analyzing data regarding emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring, meteorological and mineralogical assessments, and soil and water samples.
Recommends corrections and alleviations of pollution/exposure by assessing problems, identifying and evaluation of pollution control approaches and establishing standards.

Provides the lead role in the maintenance and conformance to the company Environmental policy including ISO14001.
Supports managers and all employees on a day to day basis to ensure compliance with EH&S legislation and company safe working practices.
Designs and implements training programs for all employees to continuously improve EH&S performance measured KPIs.
Displays professional behavior in the workplace at all times and works constructively with other managers as part of a team committed to achieving the company’s goals.
Motivates subordinates to share and achieve these same ideals.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills
Communication with a wide range of people internally and externally – verbally and written
Organizational, problem solving and data analysis skills
Must be able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all communications
Team player who demonstrates a high level of commitment, adopts a flexible, dynamic and positive approach
Must be able to deliver to agreed deadlines
Self-motivated with ability to use own initiative, prioritize tasks and work well under pressure.
Professional approach to work and when dealing with internal and external customers.
Ability to work unsupervised with good time management skills in order to meet tight deadlines, in a fast-paced challenging environment.
Is committed to Customer Focus, Personal Growth, Excellence, Accountability and Innovation; the Company’s core values
Ability to travel consistently between NJ and PA sites

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a scientific discipline such as chemistry
Professional certification in EH&S
5 years of experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment
Experience with MS Office- Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Experience leading projects with many stakeholders
Experience managing staff; mentoring and training
Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and SAP highly beneficial

Luxfer MEL Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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