EH&S Manager

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with kindness and humility, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions that make people look and feel good. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Dive into varied, flexible, and stimulating environments. Meet empowered professionals to partner with, befriend, and stretch your skills alongside. Every day, your energy, your creativity, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

The EHS Manager oversees all aspects of safety, health, and environmental compliance at the site. You will ensure adherence to local, state, federal regulations, and company mandates, while driving proactive safety programs and addressing potential risks. Main responsibilities include managing incident investigations, regulatory reporting, and promoting relationships with regulatory agencies and external partners. You will involve leading safety committees, ensuring waste management, and supporting employee health programs. Your profile has safety and compliance, with a focus on continuous improvement and risk reduction.

Your location: East Hanover, NJ

Your Title: EH&S Manager

Your will report to: Head of Operations

Travel Required: 10%

You will:

Site Safety & Compliance Management:

* Oversee site safety, security, health, and environmental policies to ensure compliance with regulations and company mandates.

* Develop and implement behavioral safety programs.

* Conduct regular site tours to address safety risks.

* Ensure safety and environmental standards are met in capital projects.

* Prepare and submit regulatory reports and maintain compliance documentation.

Incident Management & Risk Reduction:

* Investigate incidents and accidents, implement remediation plans, and support RTW assignments.

* Track safety audits, analyze trends, and report findings to management.

* Identify risks and reduce incidents.

* Chair safety committees and promote safety awareness.

Regulatory & Partner Relations:

* Serve as the main contact for federal, state, and local EHS regulatory agencies.

* Maintain relationships with external partners.

* Conduct EHS audits and implement corrective actions.

* Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste activities, ensuring documentation.

Employee Health & Training:

* Manage employee health programs, including check-ups, chemical exposure monitoring, and hearing conservation.

* Provide EHS advice and support cultural change.

* Lead EHS training programs for our employees.

Soft Skills & Leadership Responsibilities:

* Build relationships with employees at all levels by listening to concerns, providing thoughtful responses, and taking action when needed.

* Work with department managers to align EHS programs with operational goals. Communicate the "why" behind projects to gain support.

* Spend time on the production floor, connecting with employees, observing operations, and addressing safety concerns.

* Lead by example in creating a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Encourage open dialogue and employee participation in safety programs.

* Introduce and implement new safety programs by addressing concerns, involving important partners, and ensuring a smooth transition.

Your professional profile includes:

* Education: Bachelor's Degree in EHS Management or equivalent; Master's degree preferred in a related field (Chemistry, Engineering, EHS).

* Experience: 7+ years in EH&S management, in manufacturing settings, with a focus on Air Permit Program, SARA Title III, OSHA Compliance, and Emergency Response.

* Certifications: First Aid, CPR, 24-hour Hazardous Materials Technician, 8-hour Incident Command, and medical clearance to wear a respirator.

* Knowledge: Expertise in Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, Risk Control, Root Cause Analysis, and Process Safety Management.

* Technical Proficiency: Fluent in English, computer literacy, and understanding of H&S management and emergency management processes.

* Regulatory Expertise: Ability to interpret and comply with EHS regulations, conduct audits, and manage hazardous/non-hazardous waste activities.

Benefits:

* Great compensation package.

* Major medical, dental, and vision coverage.

* Generous 401k matching program.

#LI-Onsite

#ZR

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.

Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.