Environmental Health and Safety Manager (Req #: 152) at Unistress Corp – PITTSFIELD, Massachusetts

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest in Unistress Corp. Under the third generation of family leadership with Perri Petricca, Unistress has grown to become one of the largest precast companies in North America. We are frequently recognized by industry-leading organizations for delivering innovative infrastructure projects that exceed client expectations and elevate the communities we serve. By tackling some of the most challenging infrastructure jobs in the world, we provide innovative solutions and master complex projects.

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Unistress Corp.

ROLES OF POSITION:

To lead the Environmental, Health & Safety team to align with and deliver on the company’s strategic goals. The (EHS) Manager identifies existing and predictable hazards across our facilities and operations and takes corrective measures to eliminate risk. Identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and or property damage using safety and environmental standards, best management practices, and contractors supporting compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB INCLUDE BUT NOT EXCLUSIVE TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Lead the implementation and compliance to Unistress Safety Program and Environmental policies and procedures Implementing immediate corrective actions in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local regulations.

• Create and implement workplace environmental, health and safety plans and procedures including evaluation for risk and following legal guidelines and OSHA guidelines.

• Conducts accident prevention training and health and safety training inspecting facility and equipment to identify safety, health, and related environmental risks.

• Leads the investigation of accidents, injuries and incidents engaging other operations team members to find cause and take prevention measures for further incidents by coordinating the implementation of solutions, improvements, and prevention steps for safety issues.

• Conducts risk assessment including safety assessments, Environmental Hazard assessments and PPE assessments creating action improvement plans to execute to maintain compliance.

• Prepare and execute safety and environmental audits and ensure compliance with legal and internal requirements.

• Lead action plans by identifying potential emergency situations, creating emergency communication plans and procedures that address operation or business disruptions, testing and validation of the emergency action plans.

• Maintains knowledge and appropriate certifications to stay on top of regulatory statues pertaining to environmental and safety initiatives to maintain full compliance

• Coordinates with insurance brokers and company to deliver programs aimed at safety improvements

• Maintains sample collection policies and procedures and authors or manages outside contractors for submissions on environmental compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Education equivalent to a Bachelors in a relevant discipline or related experience

• Exceptional analytic skills and skills to evaluate performance, make improvements and identify impacts of improvement in safety and environmental compliance.

• Safety or Environmental certifications a plus

• Strong listening, evaluating and problem-solving skills with the ability to create alternative solutions and achieve goals and deadlines.

• Proven record in employee development optimizing the leadership skills of the team with a track record of coaching and motivating team members.

FOUNDATIONAL CORE COMPETENCIES

Builds trust and respect. Places a high value on collaboration. Is easy to approach and talk to; is empathic and a good listener; relates well to all people throughout the organization. Is viewed as a leader and a team player.

Embraces honesty and transparency. Shares information appropriately. Embraces feedback and listens openly to it and offers feedback in a constructive and positive manner. Listens and values dialogue.

Develops Customer Relationships. Is dedicated to meeting and exceeding the expectations of customers to support our goal of being the best pre-cast company. Strengthens ties with customers to ensure repeat customer projects. Builds relationships with employees, management, and customers. Is in the mind-set of continual growth.

Measures Actions Appropriately. Analyzes situations and determines gameplan. Acts with a sense of urgency, when required, and with the end result in mind. Prioritizes workload and projects and eliminates roadblocks. Uses time effectively. Knows when to take time to measure actions before implementation.

Assumes personal accountability for areas of responsibility. Can be counted on to deliver results that are timely, and meet expectations for safety, quality, and quantity. Takes ownership for follow-through and follow-up during the business process.

Utilizes Communication skills Effectively. Ability to convey information and ideas in a variety of settings. Ensures that information is communicated in a timely manner. Communication consistently is respectful, inclusive, empathetic and empowering.

Unistress Corp. does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms and conditions of employment. We respect and seek to empower everyone and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.