EHS3 Manager at Avantor

Avantor is looking for a EHS3 Manager to join our organization, supporting EHS programs within our chemical manufacturing site in Phillipsburg, NJ. 

In this role, you will provide leadership, professional knowledge and technical expertise in the administration and support around regulatory compliance, permitting, policy and program development and training. Specific emphasis will be placed on developing and driving programs that continuously improve employee safety in the facility to world class standards, guiding and aligning with corporate EHS-related objectives and supporting execution of EHS-related initiatives. The position will provide direct oversight and support of EHSS&S professionals at the site and will coordinate performance management with the Sr. Regional Manager, Environment, Health, Safety, Security & Sustainability.

This role will be a full-time, onsite position in Phillipsburg, NJ.  

What we’re looking for  

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline

• Experience: 6+ years’ experience in EHS or other related fields

• 3+ years of leadership experience

• Experience in chemical manufacturing highly preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge in Process Safety Management (PSM).

• Working knowledge of industrial hygiene analysis and best practices as well as medical monitoring programs

• Strong computer application skills and proficiency (Microsoft Office)

• Excellent interpersonal skill, including strong oral and written communication skills

• Must have a strong working knowledge of operational and technical issues and concepts, and an understanding of the associate EHS requirements

• CSP certification nice to have.

How you will thrive and create an impact  

• Acts as plant’s advocate for continuous improvement of EHS performance across all operations in concert with regional leaders and employees to promote a safe, secure, productive, sustainable and environmentally sound work culture.

• Develops and implements a shared vision and strategy within the plant for EHS excellence that meets the Company’s business and sustainability goals and objectives.

• Develops a clear, long term (3 – 5 years) EHS plan and aligns annual and short-term action plans.

• Responsible for overseeing the site environmental performance and for developing, implementing and monitoring environmental strategies that promote sustainability in accordance with corporate environmental policies and government rules and regulations (air, water, land systems, etc.)

• Responsible for all site Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Sustainability assessment operations including reports, evaluations, inspection scheduling and auditing.

• In collaboration with key stakeholders, establishes a world-class plant wide employee safety culture by developing and implementing safety systems, policies and procedures, safety campaigns and training programs that increase safe behaviors and eliminate, prevent or control hazards/unsafe conditions.

• Maintains knowledge of and analyzes impacts of EHS laws/standards/regulatory initiatives as they are introduced and takes appropriate actions.

• Implement and/or maintain EHS software systems necessary to support compliance activities and the tracking/reporting of EHS performance metrics and trends within the plant.

• Develops medical and industrial hygiene related policies and programs to support accident and incident management.

• Serve as a resource for EHS training requirements. Responsible for working with appropriate staff to ensure training information is kept up-to-date and meets regulatory requirements. Provide oversight and guide teams in the performance of safety assessments (i.e., job safety analysis, PSMP reviews, PPE assessments, HAZ-Ops, compliance assessments, etc.) Monitor resolution of findings as appropriate.

• Work closely with plant engineering, operations, and external resources to effectively identify and manage loss prevention issues.

• Work closely with plant Engineering and operations to ensure EHS is appropriately taken into consideration in the design and execution of capital projects and that appropriate contractor management programs are in place effectively minimize and manage hazards.

• Supervise EHS consultants and contractors hired to perform EHS services such as industrial hygiene testing, fit testing, ventilation systems testing, sample collection, etc. ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements. Analyzes and interprets data and reports and makes recommendations.

• Lead plant safety team in meetings, audit programs and remediation of identified issues.

• Responsible for all OSHA programs, compliance and reporting requirements.

• Arrange and accountable for Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste management programs.

• Drive PSM program and compliance.

• Manage direct reports and EHS consultants, as required.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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