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EHS Manager

Flash Technology, LLC, El Paso, TX, United States


Job Summary
As the EH&S Manager, you will play a crucial role in creating a safe and healthy working environment for SPX operations primarily based in Huntsville, Alabama. The EH&S Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations related to environmental, health, and safety, implementing protocols and communications, supporting a strong continuous improvement environment, and providing proactive guidance and direction to ensure safe operations. The successful EH&S Manager has a strong understanding of environmental health and safety practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence others and work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities
Compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety Regulations

Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to environmental health and safety within the facility.

Manage federal, state, and local outside agencies for routine safety inspections.

Lead local safety and environmental programs and provide direction for the facility.

Stay up to date on federal, state, and local regulations and advise management on emerging trends and changes in regulations, assisting in the implementation of necessary measures to maintain compliance.

Develop and oversee incident response plans and procedures.

Investigate accidents, near misses, and other safety incidents to identify root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.

Ensure proper onsite management and offsite disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes to protect water quality and comply with applicable regulations.

Conduct daily activities including incident review, risk assessment, action item tracking, reporting, 5S/CI events, and project tracking.

Work with SPX Corporate, Director EH&S to implement enterprise-wide initiatives.

Conduct regular inspections and audits for the facility to assess compliance with safety regulations and internal policies; provide recommendations and guidance for corrective actions as needed.

Develop and implement safety protocols, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and hazards in the workplace, including Job Safety Analyses.

Collaborate with management to develop and maintain emergency response plans, conduct drills and exercises to assess the effectiveness of emergency protocols, and ensure employees are prepared.

Drive closure of recommendations to reduce identified risks.

Establish and implement facility and organizational safety communications to ensure employees are aware of potential hazards and safety initiatives.

Develop, deliver, and track environmental and safety training, increase awareness and drive safety practices.

Maintain exact records and documentation related to safety programs, incidents, inspections, and training activities.

Develop, manage, and check monthly metrics and audits for EHS.

Prepare reports and presentations on safety performance, trends, and recommendations for management.

Regularly communicate with leadership on projects, ongoing issues, and opportunities.

Communication and Documentation

Collaborate with team members and support management of change at the site.

Evaluate new equipment installations, manufacturing processes, and chemical/material changes for potential EHS risks.

Ensure contractors are pre-approved and safe work practices are communicated.

Manage multiple aspects of EHS as it relates to site renovations, including maintaining current operations.

Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, and machinery to identify potential safety hazards.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to enhance workplace safety.

Champion initiatives that identify and communicate facility risk exposure and prioritize risk reduction needs.

Manage and lead safety board and safety recognition programs.

Support facility‑wide continuous improvement and lead efforts to reduce or eliminate solid wastes by reducing process wastes, reusing, and recycling.

Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.

Drive sustainability through reduction of waste streams to landfills and reduced water discharge into city sewers; support programs to reduce electricity consumption.

Project Management

Collaborate with team members and support management of change at the site.

Evaluate new equipment installations, manufacturing processes, and chemical/material changes for potential EHS risks.

Ensure contractors are pre‑approved and safe work practices are communicated.

Manage multiple aspects of EHS as it relates to site renovations, including maintaining current operations.

Required Experience

10 – 15 years in an environmental health and safety role in a lean manufacturing environment.

Experience managing large projects including facility expansions or renovations.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience in technical regulatory topics including lockout/tag‑out, machine guarding, forklift operations, industrial hygiene, etc.

Experience with new facility start‑up and management of change implementation.

Proven experience managing and implementing projects.

In‑depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, and standards.

Understanding of manufacturing processes and associated safety hazards.

Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles.

Training and facilitation experience and capability.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex safety concepts to diverse audiences.

Analytical mindset with the proven ability to assess risks, identify trends, interpret operational needs, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Problem‑solving and data analysis skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate, influence, and coach stakeholders at varying levels of the organization.

Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Proficiency in using software applications and tools for safety reporting, data analysis, and documentation.

Strong PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to develop summary graphs, tables, pivot tables, and other reports using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.

Certified Safety Professional preferred; First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

50% travel; manufacturing environment with potential exposure to weather conditions and/or noise.

Benefits

Generous and flexible paid time off, including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.

Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one.

Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans.

Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs.

EEO Statement
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

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