EHS Manager

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

Position Summary:

This position will be responsible for leading a team and overseeing, directing, and managing the EHS programs for our manufacturing plant located in Shelbyville KY. This is a multi-faceted role which encompasses the management and implementation of quality systems; development and implementation of quality processes, procedures, and tools; management of internal and external quality audits; and supplier management.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Establish and develops environmental, health, and safety procedures in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

· Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for achieving ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications

· Supporting on managing projects involving environmental site assessment, site investigation and remediation of soil, groundwater, sediments, etc.

· Investigate, record and compile reports for environmental-related complaints.

· Pollution-control and waste treatment planning.

· Facilitate and support EHS hazard identification and risk assessment in each responsible area.

· Identify company safety training needs and develop and coordinate safety-training programs.

· Assists in compliance reviews, general risk assessments, and other safety assessments with the determination of effective controls and risk mitigation in support of Environmental, Health, and Safety management.

· Direct and manage the Internal and external EHS Audit Programs, conducting Health & Safety inspections, audits, and surveys/ assessments.

· Communicate actively with government supervision department to ensure the local EHS compliance.

· Work with other manufacturing facilities across the globe to increase EHS processes and systems

Qualifications and Experience:

· University degree or above major in safety engineering, or environment studies.

· ASP/CSHO or equivalent certification preferred

· Minimum of 10-12 years progressively responsible experience in an EHS-related field, preferably with administrative and management responsibility in a highly technical manufacturing environment.

· Demonstrate a working knowledge of best practices and environmental and safety rules and regulations at all levels of government, including federal, state, and local.

· Experience and knowledge in OSHA, EPA, and PHMSA regulatory requirements.

· Significant experience with a variety of manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.

· ISO 140001 & 45001 knowledge and Experience

· Knowledge of property insurance, electrical, and fire code requirements.

· Ability to obtain professional certifications in safety, health, or environmental professional organizations.

· Required knowledge in First Aid, CPR, and any other relevant medical training.

· Strong sense of responsibility, highly motivated, forward thinking, and proactive.

· Good communication and teamwork skills, good problem-solving skills, and “can-do” attitude.

· Ability to travel up to 30%.