Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager

Plug Power Inc. is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager in Lafayette, LA. This exempt position involves developing and implementing risk management programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting risk assessments, and leading training and audits. The role requires 25% to 50% travel to various locations and aims to foster a strong safety culture. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 5-7 years of EHS experience in manufacturing.
Manager, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS)

Status: Exempt (Salaried)

Department: Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS)

Group: Plug Cyro Fabrication and Maintenance

Position Summary

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive risk management program that strives to exceed regulatory compliance requirements across multiple locations, including fabrication and maintenance. This role will ensure that Plug Power complies with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including, but not limited to, occupational safety and health, waste management, environmental regulatory compliance, workers' compensation, chemical control, industrial hygiene, fire safety, and transportation regulations. The individual in this role will also contribute to efforts to build a strong safety culture and implement proactive measures to continually improve Plug's EHS program. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual who can work independently and is comfortable with multitasking in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position requires a high level of interaction with all functions throughout the organization. To support your assigned locations, you will be required to travel 25% to 50% of the time.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement EHS Programs based on the Corporate EHS Management System, including creating policies, procedures, and training programs tailored to welding, cutting, grinding, etc operations and service locations.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure Plug maintains compliance with relevant EHS regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT) at the locations for which this role is responsible.Risk Assessments: Conduct comprehensive site risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential hazards, including those specific to hydrogen (e.g., flammability, high pressure, welding, cutting, cranes, etc), and implement effective mitigation strategies. In addition, perform full hazard and PPE assessments.Incident Investigation: Lead RC incident investigations into accidents and near-misses, identify root causes, contributing factors and recommend corrective actions.Training: Develop and deliver EHS training programs for all employees, including Weekly Safety Huddles, Workday EHS training requirements and ensure you are experienced and /or qualified to conduct various trainings.Auditing: Lead the EHS Annual Facility/Location auditing group by conducting regular EHS audits and inspections to ensure compliance.Reporting: Manage EHS reporting, including incident reporting, regulatory compliance reporting, and environmental impact assessments.Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency response plans, including procedures for hydrogen spills, fires, and evacuations.Environmental Management: Manage waste disposal programs, emissions reporting, and spill prevention plans, while ensuring all required permits are active and up to date.Sustainability: Promote sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with waste management protocols.Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety or related field of studyMinimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant experience in EHS compliance within a manufacturing environmentPrior experience as a technical trainer/instructor is highly preferredProfessional EHS certifications, including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and/or other related safety certifications, are strongly preferredAble to interpret regulations and implement requirements in the work environmentKnowledge and broad technical background with federal and state regulations (OSHA, RCRA, DOT, DEC)Ability to analyze information, develop and deliver training programs, adapt policies, create reporting, and have proven progressive experience to offer recommendations for continuous improvementProven skill set with a variety of computer and software programs, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, and others.An ability to present information effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders while responding to questions from groups of managers, employees, and the leadership teamProven leadership, teamwork, and flexibility to manage changes in projects and prioritiesAbility to write reports and procedural manualsExceptional public speaking skillsSuperior communication skillsAbility to manage complex projects and multitask effectivelyExcellent follow-throughExempt employees are expected to work as many hours as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. This may require them to work more than eight hours a day and more than five days or 40 hours per week.Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field of studyMinimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in EHS compliance within a manufacturing environmentPrior experience as a technical trainer/instructor is highly preferredProfessional EHS certifications including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other related safety certifications are strongly preferredAble to interpret regulations and implement requirements in the work environmentKnowledge and broad technical background with federal and state regulations (OSHA, RCRA, DOT, DEC)Ability to analyze information, develop and deliver training programs, adapts policies, create reporting and proven progressive experience to offer recommendations for continuous improvementProven skill set with a variety of computer and software programs including: PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook and others.Capability to present information effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders while responding to questions from groups of managers, employees and the leadership teamProven leadership, teamwork and flexibility to manage changes in projects and prioritiesAbility to write reports and procedural manualsExceptional public speaking skillsSuperior communication skillsAbility to manage complex projects and multi-task effectivelyExcellent follow-throughMust have manufacturing and fabrication experience that includes welding, cutting and grinding.Plug Power, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Pay Rate:

$96,800.00 - $154,900.00

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply.

The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire

401(k) with 5% company match

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.