Director (EH & S)

EHS Director

The EHS Director is accountable for the implementation of RPM, Tremco CPG Inc. and USA standards and programs through the North American regional EHS Managers.

Job Family Key Accountabilities :

Client / Customer Service

Develop and communicate standards of EHS&S code of conduct, ensure mutual understanding, and mitigate exposure to hazardous / undesirable conditions in our business operations and product uses.

Enterprise Operations Support

Leads the development and implementation of comprehensive regulatory compliance programs in the areas of occupational health and safety, hazardous materials management, environmental management, transportation materials safety, security, and product compliance. Interprets regulations, develops legislatively compliant, organizationally appropriate standards for Tremco North American businesses. Conducts EHS&S audits, documents statistics with respect to EHS&S program compliance and makes recommendations with respect to annual safety program changes and objectives. Represents Tremco with professional organizations, regulatory bodies, and government agencies, and acts as primary point of contact for Tremco Group EHS&S compliance systems. May act as expert witness in the event of investigations and legal proceedings.

Research and Innovation

Maintains up-to-date knowledge and relevant documentation with respect to North American EHS&S rules, regulations, and legislation, as applicable to business operations and product mix. Research best practices and investigates program innovations, both broadly and with respect to chemicals manufacturing, distribution, and disposal, and makes recommendations regarding policy gaps and program improvement opportunities. Prepares recommendations with respect to pending or anticipated changes in legislation, and develops proactive, cost-effective program options in support of chemical products and regulatory changes.

Team Membership

Serve as a resource to Tremco North American operations regarding policies, standards, and best practices with respect to EHS&S compliance, hazardous materials management, and product compliance.

Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security

Is responsible and leads by example the EHS&S and product programs, codes, compliance, systems, and training for the facility. Develops and implements North American-wide programs for EHS&S and product codes compliance and delivers tools and training to ensure organizational compliance with regulations and best practices. Identifies and corrects non-code compliant processes by formal audits and makes recommendations to rectify compliance issues and mitigate risk of accident / liability. Ensures that all North American business units are aware of, and that programs are in place to train and resource employees to comply with Tremco's EHS&S and product standards.

Functional Family Key Accountabilities :

People Leadership / Supervision

Assesses EHS&S human resources requirements in medium and long term and prepares plans to develop and / or recruit needed talent to achieve organization objectives.

Fiscal Responsibility

Prepares, implements, and monitors the Capital Investments in North American operations and takes action to ensure that EHS Standards are updated as appropriate to conform to the business investments. Provides analysis and recommendations with respect to financial implications of product, program, and regulatory changes, including cost / benefit analysis of program improvements to mitigate the financial impact of EHS&S related accidents / incidents and product stewardship.

Performance Goals, Targets and Standards

Establishes regulatory guidelines and performance standards in the areas of North American EHS&S risks, chemical and product identification, and labeling, and conducts ongoing audits and reporting with respect to program compliance. Assist the North American business units with investigating serious EHS&S related accidents, incidents and program and product breaches. Prepares evaluative reports and recommendations and implements new program measures to mitigate continuing / future risk.

Business Planning

Provide guidance to North American business unit leaders to ensure that near and long-term operational plans are compliant with organizational and jurisdictional EHS&S standards. Develop standards to meet ongoing and developing requirements in the areas of training, audit, and reporting. As a resource to the management teams, provide feedback to senior management regarding feasibility / advisability of business strategy from a regulatory compliance and EHS&S best practices perspective.

Qualifications

University degree in Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or Safety Sciences) coupled with formal training in the areas of occupational health and safety, plus 7 to 10 years' experience leading and contributing to compliance and regulatory policy and program development in a materials processing environment, preferably in the chemical processing industry.

Board of Certified EHS Professional Certified Safety Professional certificate, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Environmental Manager (CEM).

Competencies

Broad understanding of North American regulatory compliance requirements, risk assessment and mitigation programs in multiple jurisdictions.

Ability to inspire others to commit to and achieve EHS&S program goals and performance measures in a production environment with varying levels of literacy and educational background.

Ability to develop a business case for new program development / program modification.

Ability to manage program administration requirements across multiple, disparate (production, distribution, warehousing, sales, and marketing) divisions.

Travel

Ongoing local travel to support N.E. Ohio operations. 20-30% Travel outside of N.E. Ohio.

Benefits :

Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including not limited to : health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, and continuing education.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.