Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The EHS Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day environmental, health and safety functions at an assigned facility. The EHS Manager will implement the organization's safety program, work with personnel to maintain a safe and healthy work environment, and monitor the facility and processes for adherence to OSHA, EPA, Wisconsin DNR, DOT, and other local regulations and guidelines. Additionally, this role is responsible for the elimination of industrial incidents, conducting environmental monitoring and reporting, providing assistance with environmental permit applications, and assisting with internal EHS audits. This position works closely with cross-functional teams throughout the facility and leads the pursuit of zero incidents. The EHS Manager is also responsible for ensuring that the environmental regulatory compliance functions to ensure that Generac operations are conducted in conformance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, permits and regulations while maximizing the use of industry best practices.

Essential Duties :

Serve as the primary hazardous waste engineer, leading efforts to reduce hazardous waste and implement recycling programs. Direct industrial hygiene sampling and support

Manage the facility SDS / Hazard Communication program

Manage and perform the planning, training, inspection, reporting and recordkeeping requirements for all environmental and safety compliance programs

Lead training efforts for EHS related activities within assigned facility

Provide engaging environmental, health, and safety leadership to the facility employees

Lead Executive and Employee Safety Committees

Develop and support strategic initiatives designed to produce best in class EHS performance

Act as the facility champion for the EHS Drive to Zero program

Conduct audits to ensure that consistent, best-in-class results and compliance are followed to enable operational excellence. Prepare reports of findings with recommendations for corrective action

Conduct and document monthly inspections of hazardous waste accumulation / chemical storage areas

Perform Job Safety Analysis of all worksite activities and lead actions for controls and countermeasures

Leads safety observation efforts in sites within assigned facility

Perform ergonomic and safety risk assessments virtually or hands-on for product and process capability

Lead the identification, assessment and resolution of ergonomic issues including physical part validation of acceptability to ergonomic standards

Observe workers to determine proper use of prescribed safety equipment and procedures. Train and demonstrate proper use of safety equipment

Investigate incidents (including injuries, property damage, near misses, releases, and losses) to determine root causes and prepares / directs corrective and preventive action plans

Acts as facility champion for implementation of risk reduction controls

Minimize waste by driving initiatives surrounding reduction, recycling and supply chain partnerships

Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned

Serve as the Data Management Systems Administrator for assigned plant

Manage EHS Specialist as a direct report depending on the size of the facility

Travel between facilities as needed

Minimal Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

5 years of progressive EHS experience

3 years of implementation experience with safety related programs

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's in Business Administration, Engineering, or EHS related field

Experience within a manufacturing environment

Solid understanding of waste management regulations

Experience in the implementation of lean principals and improvements

CHMM, CSP, CIH, or PE Certification

Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Previous experience with meeting FTZ / Security requirements

Experience preparing semi-annual and annual environmental reports (e.g., Tier II, emission inventory, hazardous waste, TRI, air permit monitoring, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills & Ability :

Demonstrated understanding of OSHA, EPA, WDNR, DOT and local regulations

Proven knowledge of safety equipment and standards

Demonstrated ability to influence management, teams and individuals across multiple functions within the organization

Excellent working knowledge of ergonomic analysis tools

Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment

Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to train / present to an executive level audience

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.