Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Quality Leader

Evapco • Ramseur, North Carolina • 4w ago

Basic Purpose of the Position:

The EHS and Quality Leader is responsible for overseeing all implementation of EHS and Quality programs for Tower Components, Inc. The successful candidate will collaborate cross functionally at all levels of the organization to ensure EHS and Quality programs are developed with stakeholder input and deployed effectively and sustainably to ensure organizational adoption while achieving functional objectives of the organization.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Apply lean manufacturing and EHS management system principles to the development and deployment of EHS programs to drive effective, efficient, and scalable implementation.
Possess a working knowledge of a wide breadth of EHS topics and regulatory topics (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, Workers Compensation, etc.) and act as a subject matter expert (SME) where possible to support site.
Collaborate cross functionally with site operations and corporate EHS functions
Conduct EHS program audits and develop sound recommendations for systemic corrective actions.
Conduct ISO, FM, and Quality program audits and develop sound recommendations for systemic corrective actions.
Monitor all rejected PVC roll concerns, track rejected rolls and communicate/follow-up with TCI purchasing personnel.
Facilitate incident investigations using root cause analysis tools to generate robust corrective and preventative actions.
Develop and deploy EHS related training to ensure effective awareness and adoption of EHS programs.
Update site management on the status of TCI’s EHS programs and site key performance indicators through regular reporting and the development of relevant metrics.
Provide direction and guidance regarding implementation and maintenance of EHS related programs including but not limited to: energy control (Lock-Out/Tag-Out), arc flash, hazard communication, machine guarding, Fall Protection, Powered Industrial Trucks, Crane and Hoists, Environmental programs (waste, stormwater, wastewater, air emissions), new employee safety indoctrination, fall protection, hearing protection, PPE Assessment, crane safety, fire drills, first-aid teams, safety committees.

Position Challenges & Latitude:

Highly ethical: Can be trusted to do only the “right thing” for the employees and the company. Follows a balanced approach without compromising integrity.
Results-oriented: Energetic, resourceful, with a strong service orientation and positive can-do attitude. Continually striving for excellence.
Must work effectively with all levels of the organization.
Desire and ability to work be present on the shop floor frequently. Enjoys working hands-on.
Able to anticipate risks and propose practical plans to mitigate them.
Appreciates an EHS organization’s impact and is able to convey how EHS is an integral part of the business strategy. “Sell” EHS at all levels of the organization.
Relationship focused, good team member.
Comfortable managing change and navigating conflict
Servant leader.

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in an EHS related field of study (preferred)
Systems-based thinker that can architect sustainable EHS programs that are reinforced with management system principals (plan, do, check, act)
Ability to balance big picture, strategic thinking with tactical expertise.
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills to work within Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
Ability to engage stakeholders to gain consensus and influence others to achieve results.
Ability to analyze data while remaining comfortable with ambiguity.
Ability to navigate change and resolve conflict in a professional manner
Experience conducting audits and developing action plans to address findings.
Ability to summarize complex ideas and programs down to simple concepts that can be digested and understood to gain buy in.
Develop EHS training content for various EHS programs with learning objectives, engaging content, and summarize and lead others to execute safety training.
Exhibit strong leadership, program development and project management skills.
Experience developing leading and lagging metrics to effectively monitor and measure EHS performance indicators.
Fundamental knowledge and understanding of the following preferred:
- 29 CFR 1910 OSHA General Industry
- 49 CFR DOT
- 40 CFR EPA

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

The position is based in Ramseur, NC and works closely with corporate EHS personnel. Must be willing to travel domestically <5%.

Evapco’s Summary of Pay & Benefits:

Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year
Pretax Savings & Investment Plan
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Bereavement Pay
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
Sick Leave
Long Term Disability