Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager

TDA Research • Full-time • Golden, Colorado • 1m ago

TDA Research, Inc., located in Golden, CO is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager. TDA has a staff of over 100, consisting of mainly engineers, chemists and scientists who develop cutting edge chemical processes, materials, and hardware. TDA is a federal contractor with customers in the defense, aerospace, medical, materials, energy, and chemical industries. In addition, we develop commercial products and technologies through direct sales, distribution agreements, spin-off companies, and licensing. TDA relies on a high level of technical competence and efficiency within our team and look for motivated, talented, and skilled innovators to join us in finding novel solutions.

Under the guidance of the VP of EH&S, the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing and managing policies and programs to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with applicable regulations. The EH&S Manager is required to be on-site daily and will work closely with various departments to mitigate risk, train employees, and manage corrective measures. It is vital that this role fosters a positive culture of safety and environmental responsibility. The EH&S Manager will also manage, coach and support various EH&S employees.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Actively manage EH&S policies and programs including but not limited to: TDA Chemical Hygiene and Safety Plan, Emergency Response Plan, Incident Response Plan (Fire, Lockdown, Spills, Power) and Respiratory and Hearing Protection
Manage EH&S compliance with applicable regulations including but not limited to: OSHA 1910, EPA (TSCA, RCRA and CWA), ANSI and NFPA & IFC
Manage documentation requirements per company policy and procedures including but not limited to: SDS, SOP’s, Chemical Inventory and Safety Inspections
Lead the Emergency Response team and program
Proactively conduct gap analyses to identify regulatory improvements and knowledge gaps across the organization
Oversee training programs to ensure current knowledge is communicated effectively to technical and non-technical staff
Manage structured incident reporting, investigation and corrective action program
Analyze incident and safety performance data to identify trends and improvements
Establish and report on benchmarks and metrics
Oversee the Toxic Chemical and Hazardous Waste Management program
Partner with various departments and leaders to develop safe practices for chemical, biological and equipment related hazards
Coach managers and supervisors on EH&S leadership, regulatory requirements, and operational best practices
Professionally represent the company in interactions with regulatory and life safety entities.
Foster a positive safety and compliance culture through communication, engagement and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering or a Physical Science
5+ years in an EH&S role in similar chemical research and manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of EH&S regulations applicable to scientific environments
Excellent chemical hygiene skills
Ability to respond to emergencies during non-standard work hours
Current HAZWOPER Level 2 or higher training
Current IATA and DOT shippers training
Demonstrated ability to manage EH&S program and regulatory compliance
Experience developing EH&S documentation, systems and compliance processes
Ability to communicate safety expectations effectively across technical and non-technical teams
Proven supervisory and team leadership experience
Strong ethics and a high level of personal and professional integrity
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Team player with a drive for excellence and ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

ASP Credential
CSP credential
Active First Aid, CPR and AED certification

Job Environment:

Prolonged periods of sitting, standing and walking
Regularly lift/move up to 10 lbs
Ability to be certified to drive company vehicles and Powered Industrial Trucks
Fine motor skills for use of a computer, keyboard and phone
High level of visual acuity, with correction acceptable
Ability to wear and use PPE, including respiratory protection
Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling to inspect spaces and equipment
Occasional use of ladders
Variable noise levels (office environment, lab environment and manufacturing environment)
Variable temperatures (requires work inside and outside the facilities)

Salary range per year: $110,000 – $140,000 with the complete benefits package offered. This position includes the potential for a performance bonus. Local candidates only, no relocation or sponsorship offered.

This range is based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to: local market conditions, internal equity, candidate skills, education, and experience.

TDA offers a comprehensive benefits package for regular employees working 30+ hours per week. Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance; disability & life coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; a 401(k) savings plan with employer match; EAP. Our leave program includes a generous one use PTO policy, bereavement and jury duty coverage as well as the applicable federal and state leave programs (FMLA and CO FAMLI).

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status or individuals with disabilities.

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [email protected] or call 303-422-7819 and request to speak with HR to request an accommodation.

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