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EHS Manager

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking an EHS Manager at our aerospace manufacturing facility in Fullerton, CA.

This is an opportunity to grow your career at a large, international aerospace company. The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k)-matching program, and paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) holds the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aero engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment. Headquartered in Torrance, CA; we employ over 6,000 people in 11 countries at 32 locations. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace (NYSE:ARNC).

Responsible for managing programs, policies and practices related to environmental, health and safety compliance, Wastewater Plant, emergency & evacuation, loss prevention, and workers' compensation. Acts as the facility coordinator and primary contact for internal customers and external agencies for all matters pertaining to Wastewater Plant, and environmental, health & safety. Manages and directs the wastewater Plant team.

Performance Objectives:

• Oversees all aspects of Environmental, Health and Safety administration. Drives proactive safety programs, as well as promote and influences positive safety practices and behaviors.
• Develops, recommends and implements programs to assure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations including documentation, reporting, permits, manifests, training, and policy development. Coordinates and manages all on-site hazardous materials.
• Provides technical support and direction for environmental compliance programs and practices. Oversees the management of wastewater treatment practices and environmental laboratory operation. Manages the ISO 14001 audit process.

Manages all loss prevention and workers' compensation programs. Acts as the primary contact for all employees on accident reporting, investigation and hazard elimination. Tracks all activity for the facility related to lost work time, return to work initiatives, and restricted duty provisions. Coordinates disability related absences with Human Resources.

• Develops and administers EH&S training and communication programs (HAZCOM, HAZMAT, confined space, personal protective equipment, SDS, Job Safety Analysis, etc.).
• Participates in new hire orientation.
• Facilitates contractor safety orientation programs.
• Leads and facilitates the plant safety committee.
• Prioritizes and directs all facility and maintenance activity. Coordinates workload, scheduling and activities of facilities and maintenance team. Provides direct supervision and manages performance for facilities and maintenance team members.
• Acts as the primary contact for facility and grounds security and access. Acts as the emergency evacuation coordinator for the facility.
• Interfaces with vendors, external agencies, plant, division and corporate contacts regarding various initiatives, programs and practices.
• Demonstrates continual focus on improvements and enhancements.
• Helps to ensure that quality and standards for the department are adhered to and maintained.
• Assumes other special activities and responsibilities (with site, BU and/or Corporate) from time to time as required, as well as adheres to Howmet EH&S, Quality, Continuous Improvements and other Company Policies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health or Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering or Environmental
• 5-7 or more years of experience in the field of Environmental, health and safety or 5 years of EHS field experience, with managerial and project management experience preferred in EHS preferred.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Experience and Background:

• Minimum of five to seven years' experience facilitating and managing environmental, health and safety programs in manufacturing plus three years managing or coordinating Wastewater treatment facilities.
• Must have broad knowledge of local, state, and federal programs and regulations relating to EH&S. Must be experienced in safety and environmental inspection and audit processes.
• Previous experience in acquisition of permits and interaction with regulators is favorable.
• Prior experience leading continuous improvement projects and programs is necessary.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and persuasion skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and complete multiple and diverse work assignments with minimal direction and supervision.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of incumbents in this job classification.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/move 30 lbs. (may not exceed per EHS policies).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to wear Safety toe shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses.
• Must be able to not wear loose clothing.
• Must be able to use ladders.

Benefits/Salary:

This position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $180,000.