EHS Manager

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

External Overview:

FMC Corporation is a leading specialty company focused on agricultural technologies. FMC provides innovative and cost-effective solutions to enhance crop yield and quality by controlling a broad spectrum of insects, weeds and disease, as well as in non-agricultural markets for pest control.

FMC is a globally diverse organization that offers its employees exciting opportunities to work on challenging projects that are important to the achievement of our strategic objectives. Your education and professional experience are valued and put to use from day one. Your success at completing key initiatives can result in a varied, progressive and fulfilling career with FMC.

With a corporate culture of innovation, integrity, responsibility and customer intimacy, we foster “The Right Chemistry” in everything we do. We are looking for people to join us in creating, developing, and improving our products, our processes, and our markets.  If you are ready to make a difference every day, FMC is ready to talk to you.

Business/Function Overview:

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is accountable for providing support, guidance and tools to all personnel to ensure a high Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS), security and training standard at the Middleport, NY facility. This position will lead the implementation of regulatory and company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) directives & correct safety and environmental stewardship behaviors to foster a safe and environmentally sound culture. The EHS Manager will be an active member of the site leadership team.
 

Responsibilities:

• Provide safety leadership to the Middleport site.
• Develop and install programs designed to achieve 0 injuries and improve the safety culture.
• Lead site compliance with OSHA standards, providing guidance to production and maintenance personnel on occupational safety and health issues.
• Ensure site is fully compliant with all state and federal environmental regulations and owns the execution of all compliance related activities.
• Support site EHS specialist and all safety initiatives.
• Lead the process safety management processes for the Middleport site (Process Hazard Analysis, Training, Contractor Management, Management of Change, Incident Investigation) ensuring appropriate reviews are conducted, documented and communicated.
• Implement FMC Corporate Safety Standards at Middleport with support from Corporate Safety Group. This includes the development, updating and implementation of site-specific programs, policies, and procedures as well as development of any required training programs.
• Track safety actions and safety work orders to ensure timely completion.
• Manage the daily / weekly / monthly Safety and Environmental metrics and reporting for the Middleport site.
• Ensure execution of routine audits of safe work management systems, especially life critical standards (LOTO, Hot Work, Elevated Work, etc..).
• Drive improvement in behavior-based observation systems and culture.
• Manage site industrial hygiene monitoring program.
• Lead incident investigations to ensure they are properly classified and fully investigated to identify root causes and drive the implementation of corrective actions.
• Assist in the safety evaluation of new projects and ventures; evaluate and recommend actions to improve safety performance and to reduce risk.
• Lead and/or support audits including, DHS, Environment, PBS, CBS, RCRA. Assist with air and sewer permits as needed.
• Work closely with stakeholders within the community to foster engagement and communication.
• Lead and motivate safety in all aspects of the plant.

Required Education:

• B.S in Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental or related field.
   

Qualifications:

• Junior level: 3-5 years' experience in leading safety in the environmental, chemical, pharmaceutical, petroleum or process industries.
• Senior level: 5-8 years' experience in leading safety in the environmental, chemical, pharmaceutical, petroleum or process industries, 3-5 years people management experience.
• Demonstrated strategic organizational and planning skills. Environmental experience documenting and executing against short- and long-term plans to achieve objectives.
• Experience leading, directing, and coaching managers, technical professionals, and hourly employees.
• Familiar with manufacturing production processes and driving safety within the plant environment.
• Knowledge of US safety and occupational health regulations (OSHA, EPA, NYSDES regulations),
• Experience in safety incident classification, investigation methodologies, and root cause analyses desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to develop/conduct training for both technical / management and operator level.
• Working experience with risk analysis and data-based decision-making.
• Knowledgeable of occupational safety programs, including behavioral based safety management, incident reporting, job task surveys, ergonomics; and, able to recognize health and industrial hygiene issues.
• Familiar with process safety management systems, including MOC and other elements of the OSHA PSM standard. Working familiarity with the technical aspects of process safety — P&lDs, interlocks (SIS), emergency relief systems, suppression systems, etc.
• Collaborate and network with site, regional and corporate resources.
• Experience in Microsoft Office, and SIMS data management systems.

Compensation Range: $108,000 to $166,500 #indhp

EEO Statement:

At FMC, diversity and inclusion are in our DNA. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive – regardless of race, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, color, age, religion or religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. FMC also supports employee participation in company employee resource groups that celebrate the diverse backgrounds of our workforce by providing communities for employees to connect with each other and raise awareness throughout FMC.

FMC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition department at [email protected].

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.