Environmental Health and Safety Manager
West Kingston, RI 
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Posted 26 days ago
Job Description

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 13,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

Position Description

The Environmental Health and Safety Manager is recognized within Modine as a technical resource for governmental and company environmental and occupational health & safety requirements. Individual must demonstrate leadership in Environmental Management System (EMS) and corporate Safety Program management. They must also possess the ability to understand and manage EH&S matters with a clear comprehension of their role within the business operations. A strong track record of accomplishments related to OSHA and EPA compliance, chemical safety, sustainable environmental practices, and injury/illness prevention is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance to all applicable governmental regulations and internal EH&S policies
  • Follow emerging regulatory developments, assess their potential impact on the company, and institute programs to achieve compliance in an efficient manner
  • Share accountability and responsibility with management to provide guidance and leadership in identifying opportunities to continuously improve performance and attain EH&S objectives
  • Provide effective internal communication of EH&S issues
  • Actively promote and foster a Behavior-Based Safety culture dedicated to eliminating "at risk" behaviors and unsafe conditions
  • Provide technical EH&S expertise in combination with knowledge of the company's manufacturing and business processes to minimize waste
  • Possess understanding and apply available technology and equipment to control and mitigate air and water pollution
  • Collect, analyze, and utilize EH&S metrics to eliminate environmental and safety risks and support attainment of company objectives
  • Lead incident investigations including a strong understanding of 5-why and root cause analysis
  • Continuously improve technical knowledge relevant to the position
  • Develop, plan, organize, and administer EH&S training
  • May be involved in design reviews, major equipment specifications and purchases, environmental remediation projects, and pollution control systems as well as overseeing their installation.
  • May supervise others or provide direction to other Modine sites
  • Additional tasks as assigned by manager
Required Education & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in the Environmental and/or Health & Safety fields
  • 5+ years of experience with an in-depth understanding of EH&S regulations, legal ramifications of company activities, and technologically available resources is required
  • In-depth knowledge of the processes involved within manufacturing operations
  • Understanding of the business integration of the department function into the manufacturing operation
  • Creative and analytical skills to develop and implement EH&S programs
  • Strong project management skills to manage multiple projects with varying levels of complexity
  • Ability to influence and motivate peers and drive positive cultural change
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
  • Adept understanding of chemical safety and engineering practices
  • Possess self-motivation, leadership, strong team skills, maintain a positive attitude, and possess a high level of integrity

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Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.


Modine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcomes all Qualified Applicants!
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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