EHS Manager

EHS Manager

This is NewCold.
NewCold is a service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. We strive to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, by offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use the latest technology that empowers our people to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next-generation logistic solutions.

NewCold is one of the fastest-growing companies in cold chain logistics. We are expanding our teams to support this growth. More information on NewCold can be found on www.newcold.com and our social media.

NewCold is growing at a rapid pace and we have an excellent opportunity managing the Quality, Environmental, Safety & Health functions on site and provide a level of service in line with customer requirements and legislation, at a level of cost agreed in the budget. To create and develop a professional culture on site, in line with our values, and ensure that a positive attitude to Health & Safety is embedded within the team on site.
Reporting to the Site Manager, with a dotted line to the North America QESH manager, the Quality, Environmental, Safety and Health (QESH) Manager is accountable for the continuous development, implementation, and maintenance of QESH programs for NewCold. This is to include but is not limited to programs, policies, and procedures that require federal compliance and promote continual improvement within the company. The QESH Manager must provide leadership, direction, and support necessary to promote compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws/regulations. This position will also develop and work to continuously improve standards to meet or exceed relevant internal and external QESH standards in a manner consistent with sound business practices.

Responsibilities & Core Tasks
Responsible at all times for promoting a safety culture and awareness across the site.
Manages and implements QESH policies and procedures.
Responsible for the development of training materials that support QESH policies and procedures.
Develops, implements, and maintains QESH performance measurement programs including tracking and reporting progress.
Manages the accident and injury investigation program and conducts investigations to identify root causes and eliminate potential hazards and reoccurrences.
Participates at the initiation phase of equipment installation and set-up to assist in design for safety, health, and environmental principles.
Set up emergency response plans and crisis manuals.
Ensure NewCold employees are trained and certified in compliance with rules, legislation, and customer requirements.
Conducts employee orientations by providing new hires and transferred employees with required Quality, Environmental, Safety and Health training.
Compliance with all regulatory agencies required or voluntary including but not limited to OSHA, WISHA, EPA, FSMA, C-TPAT, BRC, IFS, etc.
Acts as liaison officer for the external authorities and insurance inspectors regarding safety, security, claims, accidents, investigations, and other issues.
Conducts and documents regular Safety, Environmental, and EPA Audits of the facility to ensure compliance with safety rules, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
Maintains, develops, and anchors relationships with all external and internal stakeholders related to QESH.
Documents safety data for required company and regulatory reporting.
Develop and implement Behavior-based QESH programs on site.
Advises and assists the site’s management, production leaders, and employees about managing risks regarding Safety and Health.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field of study or equivalent experience.
An Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is preferred.

Experience Requirements
3+ Years of experience in a warehousing environment.
6+ years of experience in Quality, Environmental, Safety & Health.
The candidate’s experience should include knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA, BRC, VPP, and First Aid.

Are you up for the job?
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Why would you want to work for NewCold?
With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.

Can we welcome you on board as our new EHS Manager and help continue our successful growth?