Manager environmental health and safety

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About American Ordnance

At American Ordnance, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond. With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!

As the Manager, Environmental, Health and Safety, EHS, here’s the work you’ll do:

• Organize, plan, promote and implement all elements of the Environmental, Health and Safety program. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local and company regulations. Ensure good explosives and construction safety practices are being followed. Responsible for training, enforcement, and auditing of EHS programs.
• Prepare, approve and implement comprehensive Environmental, Health and Safety procedures in accordance with Federal and Army regulations with particular emphasis on explosives safety, industrial hygiene, hazardous waste, NEPA and radiation protective programs.
• Direct and coordinate all phases of the Environmental, Health and Safety Programs that provides a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel at the facility.
• Review and analyze new proposal that require comments from the Environmental, Health and Safety Department. Review changes in Standard Operating Procedures, Engineering Orders, Drawings, Safety Proposals and Suggestions along with equipment, new construction, and equipment modifications.
• Develop schedules to ensure requirements are completed relative Environmental, Health and Safety. Maintains updated regulations and standards related to EHS and safe work practices (e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT, DOD and ANSI standards).
• Conduct accident investigations that involve a cross-functional team to determine root cause and corrective actions that will reduce or eliminate recurrence of incident.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Understand how to communicate with impact - clearly and consistently gets information across in a timely and effective manner both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of recordkeeping requirements, both safety and environmental records.
• Able to evaluate practices, procedures, programs, attitudes, and awareness to recommend methods of improvement respective to Environmental, Health and Safety.
• Proven decision making and problem-solving skills. Results oriented. Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to work and influence in a team environment.
• Knowledge of applicable Army Environmental/Safety Regulations and OSHA, EPA and DOT Regulations. CHMM certification, Certified Safety Professional, TSDF experience preferred.

And if you have these qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Environmental, Safety and Health or related field.
• 8 years of related experience preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Explosives Safety, ISO 14001 experience preferred.
• US Citizenship.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of background screening process.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $75,120 - $ 112,680. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner: Paul Bogart

We care about our employees and it shows!

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Expertise in:
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

American Ordnance, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Diversity, and Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity: American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email .