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ESPO Corporation

EHS and Lean Manager

ESPO Corporation, Lagrange, Georgia, United States, 30241

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Job Title: EHS and Lean Manager Location: LaGrange, GA (onsite)

Duration: Direct Hire / Permanent role

Salary Range: $100,000.00 / yr - $115,000.00 / yr

Role Overview This role involves developing and implementing EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Additionally, the manager integrates lean principles to optimize processes and eliminate waste, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Risk Assessment and Management: Identifying potential hazards, conducting risk assessments, and implementing controls to mitigate risks.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the organization adheres to all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Training and Development: Developing and delivering EHS training programs for employees at all levels.

Lean Implementation: Integrating lean principles to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency.

Continuous Improvement: Promoting a culture of continuous improvement in both EHS and lean initiatives.

Communication and Collaboration: Facilitating communication between team members, stakeholders, and other departments.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Collecting and analyzing EHS data to identify trends, measure performance, and report on key metrics.

Specific Tasks

Conduct risk assessments and hazard evaluations to identify potential dangers in the workplace.

Develop and implement strategies to mitigate or eliminate identified risks.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Create and maintain comprehensive safety policies and procedures.

Develop and deliver training programs for employees on safety protocols and procedures.

Manage waste, reduce carbon footprint, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Investigate incidents, accidents, and near‑misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.

Maintain accurate records of incidents and regulatory compliance.

Develop and implement emergency response plans.

Conduct regular drills to prepare employees for potential emergencies.

Monitor the effectiveness of safety programs and make adjustments as needed.

Stay informed about industry best practices and regulatory changes.

Lead Safety Committee and record monthly meeting minutes.

Monitor and replenish PPE and first aid supplies.

Facilitate lean process improvement from idea to implementation.

5S system implementation, auditing, and continuous improvement.

Define, implement, and maintain standards to agreed upon targets.

Identify, facilitate, and deliver lean transformation projects and drive deliverables.

Perform lean audits to assess baseline, monitor progress, and identify opportunities.

Maintain lean road map and summarize findings for monthly reporting.

About You

Enjoy a fast‑paced professional team environment.

Team Builder: Building trust and rapport through leading by example with integrity and accountability.

Emotional Intelligence: Understanding your own emotions and those of others, managing emotions effectively, and building strong relationships.

Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve issues.

Knowledge of Industry Standards: Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Attention to Detail: Accuracy and attention to detail are crucial in this role.

Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are needed to interact with colleagues, customers, and management.

Research Skills: Ability to effectively and efficiently gather, analyze, and interpret information to answer a question or solve a problem.

Organizational Skills: Organized and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Professional Experience & Background

Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in business or a related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred.

Certification: Six Sigma Black Belt preferred and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience.

Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Office skills; Dynamics FO ERP.

ESPO Corporation

Website: www.espocorp.com

Phone: 630-789-2525

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying please contact us directly.

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