Job Description
COMPANY BACKGROUND:
Federal Eagle is a customer-driven manufacturer of funeral coaches, limousines and other specialty vehicles. Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company markets its products under the Eagle Coach and Federal Coach brand names. With industry leading product quality and innovation, Federal Eagle is one of the largest funeral car manufacturers in North America. We are a high-performing team that delivers results and is never satisfied with the status quo. We develop our team members, recognize them for their contributions, and are proud of our culture of respect. This is your opportunity to lead a highly engaged team, building a complex and important product.
Federal Eagle is a subsidiary of JB Poindexter & Co. , a privately held, diversified manufacturing company forecasting $3B in annual revenue and 10,000 team members in 2025. JBPCO prides itself on providing best-in-class commercial automotive and industrial vehicles. The nine operating subsidiaries, covering approximately 70 locations, are engaged in the production of commercial truck bodies, step-vans, utility trucks, ambulances, funeral coaches, limousines, electric and alternative fuel vehicles, pickup truck bed enclosures, and expandable foam plastic packaging. For more information about our industry leading brands and products visit JBPoindexter.com or connect on LinkedIn.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The EHS Manager will support Federal Eagle in protecting our team members and the environment that we work and live in. The position is responsible for leading all plant level Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities. The EHS Manager is empowered to eliminate accidents, injuries, and property loss through effective risk analysis, incident investigation, problem solving and management of countermeasures. This role will continuously communicate a positive message and a course of action to be taken through BBSO and GEMBA process along with all other methods of engagement.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement actions to facilitate a strong safety culture through skilled support and employee engagement.
Provide input and subject matter expertise on strategic processes, tools, and techniques to enhance overall safety performance.
Collaborate with company leadership to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Routinely inspect the facility, machinery, workstations, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards while ensuring safety regulation compliance.
Routinely monitor the workforce to ensure safe behaviors and providing positive reinforcement and coaching for improvement.
Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of hazard management systems, policies, and procedures with recommended changes that reflect opportunities to eliminate workplace injuries.
Conduct inspections and assessments to evaluate the facility's compliance with all federal, state, local and company EH&S standards.
Support local regulatory compliance to include, but not limited to: SWPPP, SPCC, EPCRA, and RCRA.
Attend and lead annual corporate EHS Audits for each plant location. Coordinate with local teams before, during and after audits to ensure all necessary documentation is in place and complete.
Accountable for ensuring all JBPCO Corporate EHS requirements are completed on time and per policy.
Accountable for maintaining EHS activity records in JBPCO EHS record keeping system.
Develop and deliver required training for safety and environmental programs.
Lead facility incident investigations, analyze and review near-misses and accidents to ensure proper corrective and preventative measures have been implemented.
Analyze/interpret facility safety metrics to proactively target and eliminate injuries, reduce injury rates and achieve positive outcomes through development and execution of corrective actions and strategic plans.
Drive processes within the plant, including JHA, PPE and assessments, behavioral based safety observations and ergonomics.
Prepare, maintain, and submit environmental records and reports required by the company and regulatory agencies.
Compile, analyze, and communicate metrics and KPIs via monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
Oversee and lead shift safety coordinators, ERT/First Responder Team, Haz Response Teams, and Safety Committee.
Study ergonomic issues and recommend corrective actions.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERTISE REQUIRED / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor Degree required in EHS discipline or related science or engineering.
Three or more years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, or progress to completing similar certifications.
In-depth knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
Proven ability to proactively facilitate change through education and training.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
Problem analysis and problem resolution with an understanding of root cause investigative process.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook 365.
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