Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Department: Environmental Health & Safety

Position Summary

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive risk management program that strives to go beyond regulatory compliance. This role will ensure that Plug Power is in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, including but not limited to occupational safety and health, waste management, environmental regulatory compliance, workers compensation, chemical control, industrial hygiene, fire safety and transportation. The EHS Manager also contribute to efforts that build a strong safety culture and ensure proactive measures to continuously improve Plug Power’s EHS program. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently and is comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position requires a high level of interaction with all functions throughout the organization, including both verbal and written communication. Occasional travel is required; 10-25%.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as primary technical resource for employee questions and concerns involving Environmental Health and Safety issues
• Lead the development, evaluation and upgrading of safety programs
• Develop, plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and national regulations including those governed by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
• Maintain EHS documentation including policies, forms, chemical inventory, training records, inspection records and facility Safety Reviews (EHS Webpage and web-based learning management system)
• Develop and deliver effective Environment Health and Safety training programs for the Company
• Lead and participate in the Safety Team meetings, including development, recruitment, and implementation of team meetings and activities
• Support facility recycling and waste management program
• Integrate the material safety data sheet (MSDS) management system with Plug’s database system
• Perform safety inspections and surveys; prepare reports of findings and make recommendations on preventative measures where necessary
• Conduct post-accident investigations, prepare reports identifying possible accident causes and hazards; present recommendations for solutions to these hazards in the future
• Serve as backup for Facilities Management in routine and emergency response situations
• Support sustainability/corporate social responsibility efforts across the organization
• Support efforts for IATF 16959 certification and customer compliance programs
• Advise leadership team on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner in all interactions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field of study
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in EHS compliance within a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience as a technical trainer/instructor is highly preferred
• Professional EHS certifications including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other related safety certifications are strongly preferred
• Able to interpret regulations and implement requirements in the work environment
• Knowledge and broad technical background with federal and state regulations (OSHA, RCRA, DOT, DEC)
• Ability to analyze information, develop and deliver training programs, adapts policies, create reporting and proven progressive experience to offer recommendations for continuous improvement
• Proven skill set with a variety of computer and software programs including: PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook and others.
• Capability to present information effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders while responding to questions from groups of managers, employees and the leadership team
• Proven leadership, teamwork and flexibility to manage changes in projects and priorities
• Ability to write reports and procedural manuals
• Exceptional public speaking skills
• Superior communication skills
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively
• Excellent follow-through