Environmental, Health, & Safety Manager

The Environmental, Health, & Safety Manager at Minerals Technologies in Lucerne Valley, CA is responsible for promoting workplace safety, managing environmental compliance, and liaising with regulatory agencies. Key duties include overseeing safety training, maintaining permits, implementing safety policies, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 8-10 years of experience in a plant setting, and knowledge of safety regulations.
About the position

The Environmental, Health, & Safety Manager at Minerals Technologies Inc. is responsible for promoting a safe and healthy work environment, managing environmental compliance, and serving as a liaison with regulatory agencies. This role involves overseeing safety training, maintaining regulatory permits, and implementing safety policies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. The manager will also lead continuous improvement initiatives and address environmental concerns within the Lucerne Valley operations.

Responsibilities
• Promote a safe, accident-free, and healthy work environment.
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• Administer all environmental permitting and related documentation.
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• Serve as liaison with governmental agencies and environmental representatives.
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• Coordinate and maintain all regulatory permits and applications.
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• Make recommendations for environmental quality improvement.
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• Maintain responsibility for training and assessing systems for operations.
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• Oversee all safety department areas of responsibility.
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• Conduct safety training programs for plant personnel in compliance with regulations.
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• Manage consultants for EH&S related activities and reports.
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• Participate in regulatory forums and workshops as a company representative.
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• Consult with departments for EH&S compliance on design and equipment proposals.
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• Work with local government officials to maintain favorable corporate relations.
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• Address plant Workers' compensation claims in a timely manner.
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• Inspect and tour facilities to detect EH&S non-compliance or hazards.
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• Accompany third-party representatives on plant inspections and ensure corrective actions are taken.
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• Oversee plant safety inspection programs and ensure timely corrections of hazards.
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• Coordinate and participate in Root Cause Analysis for incidents and property damage.
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• Compile and submit compliance and monitoring reports required by regulatory agencies.
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• Develop safety-related policies and procedures aligned with company philosophy.
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• Ensure contractor safety programs meet regulatory and company standards.
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• Administer effective safety orientation and training for employees.
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• Conduct safety analyses on job functions to reduce risks.
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• Investigate environmental issues thoroughly and recommend corrective actions.
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• Oversee plant environmental inspection programs to ensure compliance.
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• Provide effective environmental awareness training for plant personnel.
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• Interface with regulatory agencies for site audits and permit negotiations.
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• Conduct economic feasibility studies for EHS related projects.
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• Recommend equipment types and specifications to eliminate environmental hazards.
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• Ensure new process equipment meets engineering specifications.
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• Field and respond to neighborhood concerns regarding environmental issues.
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• Act as a resource and champion for continuous improvement activities.

Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
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• 8-10 years of related experience in a plant setting.
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• Experience with environmental and safety regulations.
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• Proven track record of collaborating to implement improvements and reduce risk.
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• Certification as MSHA Part 48/46 Trainer is desired.
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• Knowledge of system building and design.
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• Effective communication skills and ability to motivate others.
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• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and external individuals.
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• Demonstrated willingness to challenge conventional ideas and be flexible.
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• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice-to-haves
• Certification as MSHA Part 48/46 Trainer is desired.

Benefits
• Disability insurance
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• Health insurance
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Employee assistance program
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• Vision insurance
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• 401(k) matching
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• Life insurance