EHS Manager

Bloom Engineering Company is seeking an EHS Manager in Charleroi, PA, responsible for developing and overseeing global environmental, health, and safety programs. Key duties include policy implementation, risk assessment, training, and incident management. The role emphasizes improving workplace safety and minimizing environmental impact while ensuring compliance with regulations. Bloom Engineering offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes work-life balance with a 9/80 work schedule.
Bloom Engineering improves the environmental sustainability of industrial heating applications, particularly focused on the aluminum and steel industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, USA since 1934, Bloom serves its global customers from subsidiaries in the Germany, India, and China.

Bloom Engineering’s knowledge and experience in furnace and heating applications provides meaningful competitive advantage to our customers by reducing CO2 and NOX, conversion to sustainable fuel sources, increasing production capacity, improving temperature uniformity, reducing fuel consumption, and enhancing operating flexibility.

At Bloom Engineering we work hard so we can play hard. Employment with us entails a comprehensive benefits package that promotes work-life balance, including a 9/80 work schedule that provides every other Friday off.

Position Summary

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and overseeing global environmental, health, and safety programs while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. The EHS Manager will lead global initiatives to reduce workplace hazards, improve employee safety, and minimize the environmental impact of the company’s operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Program Development and Management:
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Global EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
• Continuously assess and improve existing Global EHS programs and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Design and deliver EHS training programs for all employees, ensuring ongoing education and required certifications are maintained.
• Manage the procurement, inventory, distribution and utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure all employees have the necessary tools to perform their jobs safely. Conduct training sessions on the proper use, care, and maintenance of PPE.

Risk Assessment And Mitigation
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential hazards, develop strategies to mitigate risks, and implement corrective actions and controls to address identified risks.
• Oversee the incident reporting process, ensuring that all incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns are promptly reported, investigated, documented and addressed to prevent recurrence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding workers’ compensation claims and related inquiries.
• Coordinate and manage workers’ compensation claims, working closely with HR and insurance providers to ensure timely and accurate processing. Maintain detailed records of all workers’ compensation claims and related documentation.

Collaboration And Communication
• Lead internal communications globally regarding performance in Safety, Health, and Environmental areas, outlining plans for improvement.
• Promote health and safety in the workplace through proactive initiatives and clear communication, including coordinating emergency response plans and conducting regular drills.
• Lead and participate in cross functional teams to drive EHS projects and initiatives, ensuring EHS considerations are integrated into business processes.
• Lead Safety initiatives such as safety committee meetings, regular safety walks of the shop and lab, monthly safety muster meetings, etc.
• Communicate EHS goals, progress, and challenges to senior management.

Regulatory Compliance
• Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and emerging regulations.
• Ensure global compliance with local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Prepare and maintain required EHS permits, and submit required EHS reports, etc. to regulatory agencies.
• Maintain records of training sessions and ensure all employees are up to date with required certifications and training.
• Maintain comprehensive records of occupational injuries, illnesses, and incidents. Preparing and submitting necessary reporting.
• Oversee waste disposal, recycling, and hazardous materials program, ensuring proper handling and storage of chemicals and other hazardous substances.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, manage inspections, audits, and permitting processes.
• Develop and implement policies that meet or exceed regulatory requirements.

Qualifications And Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing environment.
• Must be available for occasional domestic and international travel.
• In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal EHS regulations, standards, best practices and reporting requirements.
• Ability to maintain composure and take decisive action in high-pressure situations.
• Strong ability to lead by example and promote a safety-first culture.
• Skilled in influencing employees and leadership to adopt EHS best practices.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead and influence others in a collaborative manner.