As our EHS & Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for establishing, leading, and maintaining a culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational reliability across the manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA & state environmental agencies) This role will implement and develop health and safety procedures for all areas of the company. Manage facility infrastructure, preventative maintenance programs, utility operations, and contractor activities covering the facilities operation. The role has direct oversight of facilities vendors, suppliers, and contractors. This role will implement and develop health and safety procedures for all areas of the company.
Winchester’s values are Think & Act like owners, One Team, and Play to Win (TOP). These values guide how we lead and how we work at Winchester and allow us to do all that we do for our employees and customers!
Key Responsibilities- Implementing, monitoring OSHA regulations and Company safety policies and procedures.
- Complying with current Local and State health and safety regulations with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to protect the safety and health of employees and visitors.
- Conducting necessary safety audits, safety walks, and training of all current and new employees.
- Coordinating registration and disposal of hazardous waste / discharge materials
- Investigating and reporting all injuries, accidents, incidents involving employees and visitors.
- Inspecting equipment and company property monthly during safety walks
- Assisting all executives, managers, supervisors in emergencies preparedness.
- Develop, execute, and monitor safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication (HAZCOM), Machine Guarding, PPE, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, and Hearing Conservation. Conduct safety onboarding and ongoing employee training.
- Lead investigations for workplace injuries, near-misses, and environmental spills. Implement root-cause corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Conduct job hazard analysis (JHAs), floor observations, and workplace safety audits.
- Prepare and submit environmental permits, hazardous waste disposal tracking.
- Oversee the operation and maintenance of building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, plumbing, boilers, fire suppression systems, and roofing.
- Implement and oversee a Maintenance Management System (MMS) to track routine facility PMs and equipment uptime.
- Source, negotiate, and oversee third-party vendors for facility repairs, janitorial services, waste disposal, landscaping, and specialized maintenance.
- Collaborate with plant engineering to plan and manage facility expansion, layout modification, or capital equipment installation projects.
- Develop and maintain the facility Emergency Response Plan (ERP), spill containment procedures, and fire safety systems.
- Coordinate emergency evacuation drills, severe weather responses, and chemical spill response team training.
- Manage site access controls, security cameras, badge systems, and visitor management protocols
- Establish safety guidelines, official announcements, related communications, and educational materials.
- Have a positive, engaged, and infectious attitude that's easy to work with and aligns with our values
- Promote health and safety awareness at all levels within the company. (Establish KPI’s, make visible)
- Collaborate across Winchester in a way that leads by example, exhibits empathy, ensures task ownership, uses data to make decisions, and puts safety first.
- Establish Safety guidelines, announcements, and other related communication, and educational materials
- Establish KPI’s, report on them, and make them visible to the team and other departments
- Collaborate frequently with other departments to ensure safety and safety awareness
- Suggest solutions to resolve or address safety issues and concerns from the team.
- Suggest incentives to reinforce the right behaviors (utilize the DOA for salary/incentive changes)
- Continuously seek ways to increase safety awareness and understanding
Key Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA Standards and EPA regulations.
- Understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems in industrial settings.
- Proficient in tracking EHS metrics (TRIR, managing safety documentation, and running MMS software.
- Strong capability to drive cultural change, engage frontline personnel in safety practices, and communicate effectively with plant executive leadership.
- Strong skills in Root Cause Analysis.
- Ability to lift up to 35–50 lbs, climb ladders, walk large production plant floors daily, and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Exposure to manufacturing environments , noise levels, and moving mechanical machinery.
- On-call availability to respond to site emergencies or facility failures during off-hours.
Criteria for Success
- Maintain and strengthen our Safety Culture
- Maintain our Safety Management System
- Support Winchesters Long Term Growth goals by establishing safety strategy that impacts Revenue, OTD, and Safety KPI’s
- Oversee and support the overall operation
- Analytical thinker with demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis, prepare and implement action plans, and lead continuous improvement initiatives
Communication Systems We Use:
- Google Workspace
- Visual ERP
Why choose Winchester Interconnect?
At Winchester, we dream big, get stuff done, and like to have fun!
Winchester Interconnect™is a leading global provider of interconnect solutions that help fuel the ever-changing electronics industry. Throughout our 75 year history, Winchester’s business strategy, technical capabilities, passion for quality, and service have supported our customers’ innovation.
As Winchester continues to expand, it is placing increased emphasis on its people, products, operations, supply chain, and key relationships while encouraging a transparent environment that fosters innovation.
Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment are the fundamentals of the Winchester Interconnect Leadership Strategy. These values are part of our every day at Winchester Interconnect, and this is how we are able to do all that we do for our employees and customers.
We believe in empowering our workforce to think outside the box and make decisions that move our business forward. We hold ourselves and others accountable for following through on what we say we are going to do. We collaborate between departments, teams, business units, and customers to share best practices and become the best interconnect company in the world.
Visit https://www.winconn.com/careers/ for additional information about the organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Winchester Interconnect complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Winchester Interconnect expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
***Candidates Only-No Third-Parties***
Skills Required
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA standards and EPA regulations
- Understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems in industrial settings
- Experience using a Maintenance Management System (MMS) and tracking EHS metrics (e.g., TRIR)
- Experience developing and executing safety programs (LOTO, HAZCOM, Machine Guarding, PPE, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Hearing Conservation)
- Strong root cause analysis and incident investigation skills
- Ability to conduct safety audits, JHAs, safety walks, and deliver employee training
- Experience managing facility infrastructure, preventive maintenance programs, and third-party vendors/contractors
- Ability to prepare/submit environmental permits and manage hazardous waste disposal tracking
- On-call availability to respond to site emergencies or facility failures
- Physical ability to lift 35-50 lbs, climb ladders, walk plant floors, and wear PPE
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage frontline personnel and plant leadership to drive culture change
What We Do
Winchester Interconnect designs and manufactures precision-engineered interconnect systems, including connectors, cable assemblies, RF/microwave solutions, and fiber optics. They provide tailored solutions for high-performance applications across the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors, focusing on solving complex connectivity challenges with high reliability and agility.
