Job Description
- Lead and ensure the implementation, development, and maintenance of EHS programs, procedures, and policies in compliance with applicable legal, corporate, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations applicable to the operation.
- Supervise the administration and update of records as a hazardous waste and special handling waste generator.
- Ensure the development, implementation, and updating of Hazardous Waste and Special Handling Waste Management Plans.
- Evaluate and approve modifications to facilities, machinery, and equipment from an EHS and environmental compliance perspective.
- Oversee investigations of accidents, incidents, and unsafe conditions to identify root causes and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
- Coordinate internal audits and support regulatory inspections conducted by STPS, Civil Protection, Fire Department, and environmental authorities.
- Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response plans in coordination with internal brigades and corresponding authorities.
- Supervise the generation and updating of procedures, risk assessments, work instructions, and EHS-related documentation.
- Ensure training and awareness programs are provided to employees, contractors, and visitors on safety, hygiene, and environmental topics.
- Follow up on the closure of corrective actions resulting from audits, inspections, incidents, and regulatory findings.
- Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to environmental performance, waste reduction, legal compliance, and safety culture.
- Maintain effective communication with government authorities, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure compliance with EHS objectives.
- Promote an organizational culture focused on safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility.
- Provide support and direction to the EHS team during the temporary coverage period.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS and environmental compliance positions within the manufacturing industry.
- Experience leading EHS teams and projects.
- Hazardous waste and special handling waste management experience.
- Environmental and regulatory legal compliance management.
- Knowledge of STPS regulations and applicable federal, state, and local environmental legislation.
- Experience with internal and external audits, as well as government inspections.
- Experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Experience in emergency management and emergency response brigades.
- Knowledge of machinery and process risk assessments.
- Experience managing EHS indicators and metrics.
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
