EHS Manager

Company Description Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Job Description Job Summary The Health and Safety Manager has comprehensive responsibility for the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance Programs at the Veolia Minnetonka, MN facility under the EHS Site Leader. The Health and Safety Manager will strive to provide a healthy and accident-free work environment for all employees through the recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental and workplace health hazards. The Health and Safety Manager will counsel management and employees honestly and completely in the responsible and ethical application of environmental and industrial health principles and practices. Key Characteristics Passion for environmental, health, and safety-related matters Enthusiastic trainer Organized and attentive to details Self-motivated Duties & Responsibilities Lead activities which drive compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines Lead and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks Support the Management of Change Program and conduct safety inspections Participate incident investigations Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting Promote behavioral based safety Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control Analyze data and audit processes which drive compliance in Ergonomics, Noise, Confined Space, Lockout / Tagout, and Machine Guarding Initiate and drive the development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks Lead and / or support investigations of workplace incidents, complete root cause analyses to determine appropriate corrective actions, and ensure completion Provide EHS support to manufacturing departments and leaders in the design and installation of new or modified equipment, New Product Introduction, Incoming Material Approval System, and Management of Change Provide technical assistance and guidance to the plant by leading or assisting in safety committee team and meetings, including EHS regulatory interpretations Assist in leading departmental EHS Projects and completing required reports Qualifications Education & Experience Required : Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or Environmental Science, or relevant experience At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a chemical, (or industrial) manufacturing facility Preferred : Preferred : Professional certification(s) such as : Certified Safety Professional (CSP®), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or related professional certification(s) or current in process Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with plant management and production employees Working knowledge in ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals Experience in Industrial Hygiene Experience with PHA and starting up new operations Knowledge of working with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Working Conditions Less than 10% travel Ability to work in a chemical environment Additional Information At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include : Compensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate's knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range : $93,000 - $119,000 annually. This role also includes a 10% annual incentive plan (AIP). Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1! Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Parental Leave 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching! Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Disclaimer : The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia, and no fee will be due. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.