Envision Group is a leading Greentech company with its presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. With the mission of ‘solving the challenges for a sustainable future’, Envision designs, sells, and operates smart wind turbines and strives to produce green chemicals towards global carbon footprint reduction. Envision is committed to promoting the adoption of wind and solar power, electric batteries, and green hydrogen to create a zero-carbon world.
Green hydrogen plays an essential role towards our net-zero mission. Hydrogen has widespread industrial and transport applications. Conventional hydrogen production from fossil fuels is accompanied by the release of large quantities of carbon dioxide. Our innovative technologies use renewable energy and water to produce green hydrogen with zero emission. We aspire to improve efficiency, reduce the cost, and scale the manufacturing to meet booming green hydrogen market.
We are therefore seeking a highly motivated EHS Lab and Manufacturing Manager to join our newly launched H2 Center of Excellence (COE) near Boston, MA.
Position Summary:
The EHS Lab and Manufacturing Manager is responsible for managing the organization's safety programs to protect employees and company assets, ensuring safe working conditions. This role involves formulating and enforcing work safety standards and procedures. Key risk prevention areas include hazardous materials exposure, accidents, fires, and other unsafe conditions. The officer ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and advises management on problem correction.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain the safety and operations of chemistry and electrochemistry-based R&D labs, as well as mechanical assembly-based light manufacturing facilities.
- Evaluate requirements and manage all Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives and permitting. Serve as the subject matter expert on municipal, state, and federal legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OH&SA).
- Maintain current and accurate information on the company’s Incident Management Reporting system, and work with site leadership on timely reporting and investigation of loss events such as injuries, spills, and near-miss events.
- Conduct weekly environmental health and safety inspections and support managers/leads in ensuring all corrective actions are tracked and resolved to completion.
- Develop and implement a variety of safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by state and federal legislation. Conduct on-site training courses as needed.
- Oversee the management, implementation, and coordination of the safety program, including the Fire Safety Program, to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses. Develop accident-prevention and loss-control systems and programs for incorporation into company operational policies.
- Manage the investigation of reports of hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions, review recommendations, and take appropriate actions to mitigate potential safety, health, and environmental risks.
- Develop or assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures consistent with company standards to ensure efficient and safe operations.
- Establish and implement short- and long-term goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures; monitor and evaluate program/project effectiveness and implement improvements as needed.
- Develop, implement, and present environmental health and safety training programs for all employees and interns.
- Oversee the development and implementation of systems to maintain records on employees, equipment inventories, and compliance activities.
- Maintain safety equipment inventory, perform periodic safety inspections, and monitor hazardous waste removal vendors.
- Ensure the development, implementation, and periodic testing of emergency response plans, including chemical spill containment, fire drills, and evacuation procedures.
- Oversee regulatory compliance reporting for EPA, OSHA, and relevant local or state authorities.
- Promote sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with waste management protocols, including recycling and hazardous material disposal.
- Evaluate and oversee external vendors and contractors to ensure alignment with company and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate and lead internal and external audits related to EHS and manage certifications such as ISO 14001 or ISO 45001, if applicable.
Preferred Requirements:
- **MUST HAVE EHS knowledge and experience in a chemistry context such as R&D, chemical manufacturing, industrial processes involving chemical usage, etc**
- Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience with progressive responsibilities in safety, environment, engineering, or related roles in R&D and production spaces, distribution centers, or similar environments.
- EHS certification (e.g., ASP, CSP, CIH) is an asset.
- Experience with chemical safety protocols, including handling, storage, and disposal, in compliance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom).
- Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations and environmental laws, including risk assessment methods such as Job Safety Analysis (JSA) or Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP).
- Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Highly collaborative spirit with strong team and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing clear safety documentation and presenting technical information to diverse audiences.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with EHS software systems (e.g., SAP EHS, Enablon, or similar).
- Adaptability and ability to work effectively in dynamic R&D and manufacturing environments.
This role is vital in ensuring a safe and compliant work environment while fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Benefits: The benefits package provided by Envision is comprehensive and competitive, offering a range of benefits to all full-time employees:
- Fully Paid Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical, dependent care and commuter expenses
- Additional life insurance options
- 401k retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous vacation and paid time off (PTO) policy
- 8 federal holidays plus 4 floating holidays
- Sick leave
- Generous employer contributions towards monthly benefit premiums and gym membership
This package demonstrates Envision Energy’s commitment to supporting the well-being and financial security of its employees.
Salary: $100k - $120k + Annual Performance Bonus depending on appropriate experience
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Burlington, MA
Please Note: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
