EHS Platform Leader

Description

This position is responsible for the supervision of EHS Managers and EHS Technicians located at multiple sites.

This individual is responsible for leading Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability strategy, programs, and projects across the Watts Applied Solutions organization.

• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Plans and executes company-wide training activities related to EHS across the organization.
• Supports sustainability planning and execution.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by VP, EHS or Company management.
• Facilitates EHS-related continuous improvements.
• Drives safe practices in alignment with company expectations, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Works with the Corporate VP of EHS and platform leadership to develop and implement KPI’s for success.
• Manages compliance reporting for EHS-related programs.
• Drives root cause analysis of EHS issues and communicates with leadership.
• Manages and is accountable for the implementation and effectiveness of each site's health & safety committee, and daily, weekly, and monthly reporting obligations across the platform.
• Coordinates with outside parties, vendors, customers, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with applicable EHS requirements such as OSHA, EPA, state, and local government bodies.
• Leading day-to-day EHS-related operations at the Blauvelt, NY, Fort Myers, FL, Fort Worth, TX, Escondido, CA, Lenexa, KS, and Centennial, CO locations.
• Acts as a safety representative who directly coordinates with the Corporate VP of EHS to drive standardization.
• Serves as a Manager to multiple EHS Technicians and EHS Managers at Watts locations. Drives performance and career development.
• Ensures compliance with safety programs such as Lockout Tagout, fall protection, fire prevention, emergency procedures, and evacuation procedures.

Requirements

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Fort Worth/Blauvelt location (Monday – Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills in a matrix environment.
• 10+ years’ experience in EHS management in a fast-paced environment.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in EHS integration for newly acquired organizations is desirable.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Travel Requirements: 30% - Domestic
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including urinalysis and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodology.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
• Experience with ISO14001 and/or ISO45001 is desirable.
• Ability to define a vision and strategy for the EHS function, including Sustainability.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Direct experience in an EHS management system.
• Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

If applicable, use the Watts standard language: “The expected salary range for this position is $144,000 - $171,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.”

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications, and experience
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance