What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental, Safety and Health Manager position at Celgard, LLC?
The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Celgard where we develop and manufacture membrane battery separators that are critical components used in lithium-ion batteries for electric drive vehicles (EDVs) and energy storage systems (ESS). Company: Celgard, LLC Job Description: About Us For more than 50 years, Celgard, LLC has been a proven global leader in the development and production of high-performance membrane technology. Our products are used in a broad range of energy storage and other barrier-type applications, including lithium-ion batteries, lithium primary, and other specialty battery solutions, technical textiles such as waterproof breathable apparel and medical personal protective equipment (PPE), and other specialty applications. Headquartered in the United States, we operate manufacturing facilities in the USA and China and have sales and technical service staff located strategically throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Celgard is part of Polypore International, a leading global high-technology company specializing in microporous membranes. Polypore brings advanced development and manufacturing know-how as well as unique problem-solving capabilities to customers' lithium-ion and lead-acid battery development teams. Polypore is an Asahi Kasei Group company, which is a diversified group of companies led by the holding company Asahi Kasei Corp., with operations in the material, homes, and healthcare business sectors. Reporting Relationships This position will report to the Plant Manager with a strong matrix reporting to the corporate ES&H team. About The Role We are seeking an Environmental, Safety and Health Manager to be a part of the ES&H team based in Charlotte. This position will lead the development and coordination of Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) programs within a modern, high-tech manufacturing facility. The role is responsible for planning, evaluating, implementing, and maintaining workplace ES&H programs that are consistent with applicable regulatory and corporate requirements. The ES&H Manager coordinates with other employees and contractors with ES&H responsibilities. Required Skills/ Abilities Must have previous experience supervising others. Bias for action that raises the bar on ES&H results and motivates the organization to embrace this standard of excellence. Demonstrated ability to establish effective workplace relationships by applying a team-player approach that contributes to the organization beyond your traditional functional duties. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences across all levels of the organization. Organized and detail-oriented. Technical writing including development of technical documents, procedures, sampling plans, job hazard analysis, and training presentations. Intermediate level of knowledge using a standard Microsoft desktop application (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook). Experience with Visio & SharePoint is a plus. Ability to remain adaptive in a 24/7 manufacturing environment and flex the work schedule as necessary to oversee project work or engage various work shifts or respond to off-hours emergency events. All potential candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Employer sponsorship is not available. Expectations Actively participate as a valued team member of the site management team to provide ES&H leadership, guidance, and technical support. Influence an ES&H “Zero Harm” culture by partnering with site leadership and employees to drive a collective ownership of Environmental and Safety performance. Establish and manage annual ES&H expense and capital budget plans. Participate in the design and development of facilities, work areas, and work procedures to evaluate potential ES&H risks and make recommendations accordingly. Establish an effective ES&H Management System to track, assign, and verify ES&H responsibilities and integrate them into the overall business operation. Establish strategic plans and annual ES&H goals and objectives to improve overall ES&H programs and performance. Maintain change management processes to ensure proper evaluation of new products, materials, and manufacturing work processes for potential ES&H concerns. Oversee a program to ensure proper incident investigation and root-cause analysis of ES&H related events, including tracking and closure of identified actions. Develop and deploy training programs that reduce risk and maintain compliance with regulatory and company requirements. Lead and participate in ES&H inspections, self-assessments, and audits. Monitor, measure and communicate ES&H performance and trends. Ensure emergency management programs are developed and maintained in a state of readiness for anticipated emergencies including hazard assessments, personnel training, equipment, and alerting systems. Ensure programs that manage ES&H risks associated with contracted services and critical suppliers. Coordinate with other functions to ensure the organization successfully implements ES&H medical surveillance requirements and manages Worker’s Compensation claims. Develop and maintain ES&H programs consistent with applicable regulatory standards (EPA, OSHA, DOT, etc.). Manage and maintain compliance with applicable environmental programs (Air Quality, RCRA, CERCLA, EPCRA, and NPDES). Build and maintain an effective regulatory engagement system to foster positive relationships with federal, state, and local regulators. Maintain awareness of federal, state, and local environmental, safety, and health regulations, including potential changes that could affect the operation. Ensure programs for contractors and construction projects are implemented consistent with company standards, regulatory requirements, and best management practices. Note: this description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities. Travel Ability to travel on occasion for training or visiting other company locations (<10%). Working Conditions This position is in a general office environment 80% of the time. Work will require standing and walking for up to 20% of the time, including the ability to climb ladders, walk the plant in its entirety, including platforms at elevated levels, and the ability to work for periods of time within the manufacturing environment including areas with hot or cold temperatures and areas that require the use of PPE, including use of a respirator. You may be required to lift up to 35 pounds and/or push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified. Candidate Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in environmental safety and health, chemistry, engineering, or the physical sciences. Professional Experience: Required Must have 7 years of ES&H experience. Preferred Qualifications 3 years in manufacturing facilities with progressively increasing responsibility. Prior ES&H functional leadership experience. Working in a team environment with proven decision-making and problem-solving skills. Prior experience managing environmental compliance programs in the State of North Carolina. Professional environmental or safety certification (CSP, CEP, CHMM, etc.) from a nationally recognized organization. Prior experience with ES&H Management Systems such as ISO 14001 or 45001 Certification. Location Information Charlotte, NC, known as the Queen City, is a thriving metropolitan area of over 2.6 million people across 15 counties and is situated just north of the South Carolina border, within a weekend drive to the mountains and the beach. It is comprised of diversity in people, industries, and living, from urban to rural. It is ranked second among the 25 largest cities for most desirable places to purchase a home by Nerdwallet.com and is ranked eighth among the top 10 big booming cities by CNNmoney.com. Charlotte is home to one of North Carolina’s largest college campuses, UNC Charlotte. Along with a friendly southern culture, Charlotte offers dining, arts, museums, major league basketball, football, and soccer teams, a minor league baseball team, NASCAR, shopping, festivals, a variety of amenities and quick access to several parks and reserves for people who love the outdoors. #LI-MN1 As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career. About Asahi Kasei The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions. For assistance in submitting your application or with the careers site, please reach out to Asahi-WFP@ak-america.com. Please note we do not accept resumes or applications via email.