Head of Environment, Health, and Safety

EHS Head for Butterfly:

The EHS Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures in accordance with local/ state regulations, as well as industry standards. The role supports organizational compliance, promotes a culture of safety, and ensures environmental sustainability through proactive risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. EHS Policies and Procedures

• Design, develop, update, and communicate EHS policies, standards, and procedures aligned with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Promote understanding and ensure organization-wide compliance with EHS policies.

2. Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor and stay current on all local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Ensure organizational adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies.
• Manage Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations for Plastic, E-Waste, and Battery including:
• Authorization processes
• Recycler capability identification
• Data collection, analysis, and compilation
• Coordination with relevant departments
• Monitoring of credit transfers and annual return submissions

3. Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Identify potential environmental, health, and safety hazards across the organization.
• Conduct and document risk assessments (e.g., HIRA, EIA) and develop mitigation strategies.
• Implement preventive measures to minimize risks, accidents, and environmental impacts.

4. EHS Culture Building

• Establish safety committees or appoint safety champions in each location and department.
• Conduct monthly progress meetings with sub-committees.
• Organize and follow up on regular audits and associated corrective actions.

5. Safety Training and Education

• Plan and implement monthly health and safety campaigns.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive EHS training programs for all employees.
• Ensure all staff are adequately trained on safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through continuous education and awareness initiatives.

6. Incident Investigation and Reporting

• Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Analyze incident trends through data compilation and reporting.
• Prepare action plans for improvement based on findings.
• Submit required regulatory reports and maintain documentation.

7. Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
• Conduct regular emergency drills and assess effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance emergency readiness.

8. Environmental Stewardship

• Initiate programs to reduce the organization's environmental footprint.
• Monitor key environmental performance metrics and recommend improvements.
• Champion sustainability practices and environmentally responsible initiatives.

9. Leadership and Collaboration

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the EHS team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed EHS into core business operations.
• Regularly report EHS performance and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.
• Conduct monthly EHS review meetings with top management for continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification(s) preferred (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO 45001/14001, CSP, CIH).
• 10+ years proven experience in managing EHS functions within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and EPR systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.