Regional EHS Manager

Company Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5+ billion dollars in 2022, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: We are looking for an Environmental Health and Safety Manager Sika manufacturing plants in Philadelphia and South New Jersey area. It will be the responsibility of the person holding this position to ensure that Sika's companies are in compliance with the requirements of OSHA Health and Safety, environmental Protections Agency, and RCRA, (Emergency Planning and Right to Know ) and state regulations. 

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Examine permits, licenses, applications, and records to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
• Prepare written, oral, tabular, and graphic reports summarizing requirements and regulations, including enforcement and chain of custody documentation.
• Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation; participate in enforcement hearings as necessary.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records.
• Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Ensure all employees are trained according to OSHA standards including but not limited to: Hazard Communication, Personal Protection, Respiratory Protection,
• Lock-Out/Tag Out, Forklift Safety, Emergency Response training etc…
• Record and store all training documentation
• Perform plant safety and housekeeping inspections.
• Maintain and distribute safety supplies.
• Organize waste disposal pick-ups and maintain records.
• Investigate all workplace incident/accident reports for root cause, provide corrective action, maintain OSHA 300 log.
• Provide SDS to all staff.
• Answers questions for customers in regard to environmental compliance.
• Generate shipping documents for the transfer of “Hazmat” materials.
• Act as liaison for PA State Workers Compensation, REACH, Paint Care Program,
• X Rite Program
• Act as facilitator for company Safety Committee.

Qualifications

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. 

Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 

Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following Federal/State

Regulations

Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. 

Integrity - Complete transparency and openness. Trustworthy, forthright and honest. 

Nerve - Nerve to make bold commitments and set stretch targets. Drives and embraces change. 

Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. 

Respect - Respect each other, our customers and suppliers. 

Teamwork - Communicating and working together to serve our customers.

Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Conducts formal pre- and post-event meetings as required to review/communicate group needs and feedback

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree Required

Experience:

3 years of experience in a Manufacturing EHS role.

Computer Skills:

Must have Intermediate/Advanced computer skills. 

Additional Information

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays. 
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability. 

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.