EHS Manager

Stamford, CT

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In Stamford, Spartech manufactures acrylic sheets that are used in aerospace, security (bullet-resistance), displays, acrylic furniture and laser protection amongst other applications. Our products can be seen in many airplanes, fighter jet canopies, helicopters, in your local bank for protection at the teller windows, tanning beds, and other applications. We have a unique process that utilizes technology, as well as the skills and knowledge of our employees, to make quality products. We strive to supply the highest quality acrylic sheet with the best possible service.

This position is a key leadership and an important member of the Plant operations team as well as a resource and support team member of the Corporation's EHS team. Responsible for Safety, Health and Environmental policies, procedures and operations at the manufacturing plant. Planning of the EHS improvement plan in collaboration and conformance with Spartech's policies. Position is responsible for executing training systems across all plant functional areas. Ensures the plant is in full compliance with all corporate, federal, state, and local Safety, Health and Environmental laws and regulations.

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Key member of the team that drives Safety, Compliance and Process improvement throughout the Stamford facility
Accountable for compliance with all applicable regulatory, plant and corporate EHS and related policies and procedures. Develops and maintains safety systems, policies, and procedures for the Stamford site
Key support for Emergency Response functions, roles and responsibilities in accordance with site emergency response plan (PSM - start-up, shut-down procedures, etc.)
Collaborate with other functional departments to enhance employee engagement to reduce at-risk behaviors
Manage the engagement to improve the KPI's related to safety improvement
Perform risk assessment on operations and work with employees on risk reduction
Lead RCCA's on near-misses and action items arising from JSO's
Maintain all required documentation internally and external reporting on time
Responsible / accountable to ensure equipment and facilities are installed and maintained in compliance with all applicable regulatory, site and corporate requirements
Responsible / accountable to ensure site project activity is completed in compliance with all applicable regulatory, site and corporate requirements.
Ensures that all EHS reporting is completed timely and accurately. This includes required government, agency and other reporting
Ensure that programs exist and are followed for all necessary employee monitoring and testing requirements are performed appropriately. Ensure compliance to IH - hearing tests, air sampling, etc.
Collaborate with Operations Management to define goals, objectives, and projects related to yield improvement, labor optimization, conversion cost reduction, product quality and compliance
Manage projects related to EHS and Compliance for improvement
Other duties as assigned

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Health, & Safety, Engineering or related field
Three (3) years of experience in the EHS field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to understand related compliance regulations and how they apply to the facility
Strong knowledge of Title V and Water treatment systems
Knowledge of PSM
Ability to lead RCCA's
Ability to read and interpret documents such as EHS standards, operating manuals, maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and government regulations
Ability to write operational and project reports, correspondence, and policies and procedures
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization including internal and external associates (including project presentations in group settings)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)

This position reports to the Stamford Plant Manager.

Benefits

We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs. - Most Benefits Start Day One!

Benefits include:

Medical, Dental, & Vision
Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) with a strong matching program
120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date)
11 paid holidays

Spartech LLC headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging markets with over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day - for example, if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech's products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications, for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications - we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success.

Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.

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