Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety
BD
Summary
This position leads the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team at our large and complex manufacturing site. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall EHS program at the site, including creating and implementing strategic safety and EHS initiatives to foster and enhance our EHS culture. This role requires a strong technical EHS skillset to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. It includes participation on the Plant Leadership Team and managing a team of direct reports as well as the ability to lead and influence without direct authority.
Job description
Duties/Responsibilities
- Leadership: lead and manage a team of EHS professionals, providing guidance, support and development opportunities.
- Strategic Initiatives: Develop and implement strategic EHS initiatives, policies, programs and metrics to continuously improve the site's EHS culture and performance.
- Technical Expertise: Strong background in critical safety programs, such as LOTO, Machine Guarding, Powered Industrial Trucks, Electrical Safety and Fall Protection in order to coordinate day-to-day implementation of programs.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant EHS regulations, laws, standards, permits/licenses and company policies.
- Training and Development: Design and deliver training programs to enhance the technical skills and knowledge of the EHS team.
- Incident Management: Facilitate incident investigations with strong root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in EHS processes and practices through data analysis, audits, and feedback.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS considerations into operational decisions and projects.
Education
Bachelor's degree required in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred. Functional Safety Certifications, Certified Safety Specialist, Certified Industrial Hygienist, Six Sigma Green, or Black Belt preferred.
Experience
Five years of relevant experience in EHS management in a large manufacturing environment. Strong technical knowledge of LOTO, Machine Guarding, incident investigation, and root cause analysis. Experience in Medical Device, Chemical, or manufacturing is preferred. Experience with OSHA PSM is preferred. Experience managing a team in a cross-functional environment is preferred. Knowledge and experience in ISO14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 compliance preferred. Auditor certifications a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and mentor a team - Proficient
- Continuous improvement skills - Proficient
- Experience in managing/handling environmental compliance including reporting and record keeping, environmental permitting for all media, manufacturing operations, regulatory reviews - Proficient
- Presentation skills - Proficient
- Communication and interpersonal skills - Advanced
- Able to administer and interpret OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations - Advanced
- Able to perform compliance assessments and action plans - Advanced
- Handling conflict/mediation skills - Advanced
- Analytical skills - Advanced
- Problem solving skills – Advanced
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering or related field
- Five years of relevant experience in EHS management in a large manufacturing environment
- Strong technical knowledge of LOTO, Machine Guarding, incident investigation, and root cause analysis
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and mentor a team
- Continuous improvement skills
- Experience in managing/handling environmental compliance including reporting and record keeping, environmental permitting for all media, manufacturing operations, regulatory reviews
- Presentation skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to administer and interpret OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
- Able to perform compliance assessments and action plans
- Handling conflict/mediation skills
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving skills
Company overview
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is one of the world's largest global medical technology companies, founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. As a Fortune 500 company, BD specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling medical devices, instrument systems, and reagents across three primary segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Interventional. The company's extensive product portfolio includes medical equipment such as syringes, needles, infusion systems, diagnostic instruments, flow cytometers, and surgical devices. With over 70,000 employees worldwide and operations in virtually every country, BD focuses on advancing healthcare through innovations in medical discovery, diagnostics, and care delivery. The company has a rich history of pioneering medical technologies, including the first insulin injection device, the Vacutainer blood collection system, and numerous safety-engineered medical devices. BD's mission centers on improving clinical therapy for patients and enhancing clinical processes for healthcare providers while addressing global health challenges through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation.