Direct and administers oversight of company-wide Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Director of EHS & Risk Management reports to the Vice President, Operations and Digital Transformation and works closely with the CFO on development and execution of EHS and Risk Management programs through the company. Reports to and advises upper management on all phases of EHS activities.
This position has been identified as a key position with specific responsibilities, input, support and alignment with Click Bond’s Quality & Environmental Management System (QEMS). The QEMS is the overall framework for the company’s policies and operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In coordination and concurrence of the CFO and/or Controller, exercises routine decisions and communications regarding risk management, loss control, and insurance programs affecting key aspects of the business. This includes worker’s compensation, general and professional liability, property, product, vehicle, aircraft, information technology, and catastrophic lines.
- Oversee the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. In coordination with the VP’s of: Engineering, Quality, and the Director of Marketing, has oversight responsibilities for product regulatory affairs such as labeling compliance and national/international safety data sheet development.
- Ensure conformance with all DOT/IATA shipping requirements. In collaboration with the Director, People Operations serves as a key contact for physical security issues affecting the Company. Advises and reports to management on all aspects of these programs.
- Develop, administer, and communicate policies that affect EHS and risk management activities.
- Understand and analyze impact of EHS or risk management compliance requirements. Serve as key point of contact for hearings, legal counsel, and communications on related issues.
- Provide technical expertise in EHS related matters, risk management, health physics, and regulatory affairs.
- Interact and serve as chief point of contact for compliance regulators, except in those cases specifically related to People Operations or Quality Assurance.
- Ensure that required business compliance permits and reports are prepared and timely submitted.
- Advance compliance strategy options. Work with suppliers/OEMs on regulatory data and impacts.
- Authorize return to work cases for work-related incidents and co-advise with People Operations on return to work for personal medical matters.
- Oversee emergency preparedness and response. Serves as co-lead for the Business Continuity Plan.
- Champion incident/accident investigations and drives closure of corrective actions. Mentors EHS team and company employees on EHS and risk management issues. In collaboration with People Operations, counsels’ managers, supervisors, and employees in appropriate safety-related recognition or disciplinary matters.
- Drive training for employees on issues related to safety, OSHA and the environment. Ensures that training is developed and completed for EHS through staff or other subject matter experts.
- Has stop-work authority for any dangerous or significant adverse environmental impact circumstances to include on-site contractors regardless of project.
- Plan, organize and control all activities/budget of the department. Develops department and functional goals and objectives in alignment with corporate goals.
- In collaboration with People Operations, advocate for reasonable ADA accommodation when needed.
- Oversee and manage EHS vendors, may serve as project manager for third-party EHS or risk management related contracted functions.
- Other duties may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of compliance regulations and industry practices: OSHA, EPA, NFPA, etc.
- Practical experience in professional-level safety engineering/science application.
- Professional-level knowledge of environmental compliance and pollution prevention.
- ISO 14001 External Lead-auditor and managing both internal audits and external registrar audits.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment within an industrial or aerospace work environment.
- Experience in regulatory inspections and positive negotiation outcomes.
- Practice in insurance and risk management activities (worker’s compensation, loss control, fire, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong computer program skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc. Knowledge of CAD is beneficial.
- Team player who has the ability to work effectively with all levels of company personnel.
- Ability to understand fiscal impact, capital expenditures, and budgets.
- Ability to fluently write and read English.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree in EHS related Engineering or Science (B.S.)
- A minimum of ten years related experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace-related work environments.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- Professional Certifications in Environmental Heath and or Safety such as CSP, CIH, PE, EIT, CHMM, REHS, RS, and/or RM (Insurance) preferred.
- Must have or be able to attain within 6-months, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor (External)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage employees in the EHS Department.
- Perform supervisory duties in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Interview, hire, and train employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
MATHEMATICAL & SCIENCE SKILLS:
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and environmental/safety engineering equations.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Aptitude to understand and apply basic chemistry and physics terms, laws, and equations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The work is primarily sedentary, although there may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items, such as paper or books, weighing less than 10 pounds. May infrequently engage in installation work for environmental equipment or safety assessments requiring climbing of ladders or lifting up to50-lbs.
- Position requires color vision.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
- None - except if in manufacturing areas may need protective eyewear or ear plugs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- While the general work environment is a typical office, this position requires regular access to all departments and buildings/properties. This includes areas without temperature control (heat/cold), high noise areas, dusts, oily flooring, etc.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
CLICK BOND WAY – KEY ATTRIBUTES:
- Communicates respectfully to all team members, vendors, and visitors.
- Models a positive attitude.
- Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
- Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
- Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
- Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.
Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other protected classification. Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Nancy Rodriguez, Director, People Operations at 775.885.8000 ext. 1245 or email: Nancy.rodriguez@clickbond.com
