Watlow Recruitment Team

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Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility. Senior Manager, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Position Summary The Senior Manager, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, and security programs across U.S. manufacturing sites. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and international regulations while driving a proactive safety culture that protects employees, contractors, visitors, and company assets. The Senior Manager Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) will manage multiple sites and serve as the subject matter expert for complex EHS compliance requirements. This position is accountable for the performance and results of multiple EHS professionals and aligns EHS strategies with overall business objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Program Management Develop and execute multi-site safety strategies aligned with business and operational priorities. Lead, coach, and develop Environmental Health and Safety professionals to achieve safety and environmental performance goals. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce injuries, environmental incidents, and compliance risks. Lead development and execution of business continuity and emergency preparedness plans. Leads Watlow ergonomic initiatives throughout entire facility, including manufacturing, administration, technology, and production teams. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all applicable local, state, federal, and international regulations. Serve as the subject matter expert for environmental and safety regulatory requirements. Manage complex workers’ compensation cases, including those exceeding $25,000. Lead ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 (formerly OSHAS 18001) management system implementation and continuous improvement efforts. Oversee and train the EHS team on safety incident investigations and provide oversite on recommended course of action. Lead internal and external safety audits and drive corrective and preventive actions. Manages qualification, prequalification program for all contractors and machine building vendors. Manufacturing Safety Operations Lead site-level risk assessments including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA). Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure safety compliance in capital expenditures and equipment installations. Conduct vendor safety audits on new or leased capital equipment prior to acceptance. Analyze incident and loss control data to identify trends and implement preventive measures. Oversee industrial hygiene programs and hazardous material management. Lead emergency response teams (ERTs) and facility evacuation programs. Security & Asset Protection Direct administrative supervision of facility security programs. Develop and maintain security procedures in compliance with required codes and regulations. Ensure protection of personnel and company property. Prepare and maintain required safety and security manuals and documentation. Education, Experience and Certification Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 10 years of related Environmental Health and Safety experience in a manufacturing environment. Minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management role overseeing multiple sites or teams. Or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Certifications Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred. Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) preferred. OSHA 30-hour preferred. This job description provides the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required for this position. Watlow may require team members to do other duties as assigned. Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us.The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits: Annual Incentive Program 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance Wellness incentives Employee Personal Assistance Program Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Diversity & Inclusion We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.