Environmental, Health & Safety Lead

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Lead leads the safety and environmental functions at their assigned site(s). The role works on implementation of critical processes, programs, and procedures to achieve goals, objectives, and continuous improvement related to environment, health and safety. The EHS Lead must spend significant time on the plant floor, engaging and coaching employees, front-line leaders, maintenance, and contractors every day. As an integral part of the plant leadership team, the EHS Lead will provide information and guidance for activities relating to the site-wide safety and operating objectives.

Span of Control: Accountable for all EHS processes and initiatives at the assigned site; no direct reports

Reports to: Plant Leader, with functional (dotted line) reporting to the Regional Safety Leader

Environmental, Health & Safety Leadership

• Ensure that all permit terms and conditions are met with a compliance calendar or other formal tool. This will include oversight of or actually performing such activities as routine sampling, reporting, recordkeeping, and auditing
• Report all environmental nonconformities in a timely manner through the appropriate channels
• Develop skills and grow capabilities in the assigned facility, including; Coach, mentor, and guide plant leadership from a safety perspective
• Conduct training programs in a coordinated effort with appropriate plant personnel
• Continually reinforce the company’s stand on safety and always recognize employee accomplishments and contributions
• Identify at-risk conditions from incident investigations, trend data, collaboration with employees, and new equipment design review, and apply appropriate hazard analysis methodologies to these conditions
• Aggressively and proactively drive overall risk reduction metrics through data collection and analysis of risk Establish and accomplish aggressive personal, and facility goals that align with division and Owens Corning corporate goals. These goals must reflect our commitment to enhancing our safety culture and achieving a world-class safety management process
• Participate as a member of the site’s leadership team and drive company-wide and BU EHS initiatives at the site
• Implement OC safety programs/standards and site-specific safety programs designed to reduce employee injuries and illnesses and improve site productivity
• Ensure that occupational illnesses and injuries are immediately reported, thoroughly investigated (root cause analysis) and promptly addressed, consistent with corporate and BU standards and requirements
• Participate in or lead other plant specific activities as required or assigned by the Plant Leader

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety related discipline required
• 2 years safety leadership experience
• 1-3 years of experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Ability to travel 5-10%

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Hands-on safety leadership experience in an industrial setting
• Ability/willingness to relocate for career progression within Owens Corning
• Leading change management efforts
• Certified Professional (CSP) qualification preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of health and safety regulations and industrial hygiene protocols
• Ability to identify gaps and develop appropriately prioritized action plans
• Ability to effectively engage primary employees Ability to promote a team environment and must be able to initiate, lead and drive cross-functional team projects to successful completion
• Adept at delivering safety training
• Highly ethical: Can be trusted to do only the “right thing” for the employees, shareholders and others. Follows a balanced approach without compromising integrity.
• Results-oriented: Energetic, resourceful, with a strong service orientation and positive can-do attitude. Fully committed to the job and to deliver outstanding work. Never satisfied with the status quo, continually striving for excellence.
• Enjoys working hands-on
• Change agent: Able to anticipate risks and propose practical plans to mitigate them. Appreciates safety organization’s impact and is able to convey how safety is an integral part of the Plant’s business strategy.
• Team Orientated: Has no hesitation to help the plant team by doing work outside of normal job responsibilities in order to meet customer and plant expectations

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.  All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.