Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Job Description Job Purpose:Be a "direct" member of a team to perform the role of EHS Manager for Appalachian Timber Services, LLC (ATS). The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with company policies and local, state, and federal regulations. Conduct safety audits, develop, and implement safety programs, investigate accidents, monitor compliance with safety regulations, train employees on safety procedures, and ensure a safe working environment by identifying and mitigating potential hazards across the workplace, all while adhering to environmental regulations.Principal Duties:Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programsEnsure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory requirementsProvides appropriate safety and health, accident prevention, and continued trainingPrepares appropriate notices for management to issue for abatement of any identified hazardsConduct workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments.Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and safety concerns; recommend corrective actionsCoordinate safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and contractorsMaintain required safety records, reports, permits, and documentationMonitor and enforce the use of proper safety equipment and safe work practicesLead emergency preparedness and response activitiesCommunicate safety expectations and relay inspection/compliance information to allProvides promotional materials and develop recognition systems for a safe and healthy workAudits of all operating performance metricsOversee environmental performance and environmental reporting requirementsImplementing policies, and strategies to minimize environmental impactCoordinate environmental compliance activities including waste handling, and air, waterEnsure compliance with regulations and promote sustainable developmentSecondary Duties:Assists management in investigating accidents and developing measures to prevent recurrencesAid in recording all accident reports in a timely, complete, and accurate mannerAssists management in annual inspection of workplaces to assure safe and healthful conditionsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Deep familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and local/state regulations in the timber industryUnderstanding of timber-specific standards and certifications (e.g., FSC, PEFC)Awareness of hazards with heavy equipment, chainsaws, etc. used in timber harvesting/processingAnalytical and critical thinking skillsDiligence to detail and the ability to multi-taskAbility to effectively interact with regulatory bodies, management, and field personnelTechnical skills and ability to read/comprehend documents and manualsExcellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workKnowledge of math and computer skillsStrong leadership skills and teamwork mentalityExperience/ Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred. Certifications in quality and safety a plus3 years of experience in the environmental, health, and safety industryActual operational/manufacturing experienceQualifications in managerial experienceBasic knowledge of the timber industryExtremely proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteWorking Conditions/ Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:Travel up to 10% to inside and outside work sites beyond the corporate officeOften working in the yard and plant exposed to loud noise, dust, chemicals, and heavy machineryWork outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, or snowPerform light work - exerting up to 20 pounds of force and the ability to move objectsSpend time in an office setting for data analysis, report writing, and compliance documentationSee, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterityKneeling, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and other similar tasks requiring physical activityOperate a computer, copier, fax, telephone, and other office equipmentThis is not an all-inclusive document. Additional duties, expectations, demands, etc. may be added or changed to this document on an as-needed basis to meet organizational needs. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Company Description Since 1972, Appalachian Timber Services has been producing high quality treated and manufactured timber products for the railroad industry.Located in the heart of West Virginia's prime hardwood timber-growing region — and served by local sawmills, ATS is always ready to provide high quality manufactured and treated wood products mainly for Railroad applications. We treat and manufacture products for railroads, transit agencies, railroad contractors and heavy industry. We mainly serve due to freight constraints, the Appalachian Corridor region — from Eastern Canada to South Carolina, and Indiana to the East Coast. Company Description Since 1972, Appalachian Timber Services has been producing high quality treated and manufactured timber products for the railroad industry.\r\n\r\nLocated in the heart of West Virginia's prime hardwood timber-growing region — and served by local sawmills, ATS is always ready to provide high quality manufactured and treated wood products mainly for Railroad applications. We treat and manufacture products for railroads, transit agencies, railroad contractors and heavy industry. We mainly serve due to freight constraints, the Appalachian Corridor region — from Eastern Canada to South Carolina, and Indiana to the East Coast.