EHS Manager (Onsite) - job 1 of 5

Cornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive North American footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +70 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, and metal roofing and wall systems. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

We are seeking to hire an Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager at our Stuarts Draft, VA manufacturing site (part of our Surface Solutions, producing vinyl siding). The primary purpose of the EHS Manager is to provide leadership and direction to assure that the site and its employee populations are knowledgeable and compliant in the applicable areas of Environmental, Health, & Safety. This position will champion projects, and activities to achieve location and company goals & objectives. Reports directly to the Surface Solutions EHS Director and indirectly (dotted line) to the Plant Manager. As a part of the extended corporate EHS team, this position will periodically be assigned to corporate initiatives or teams and/or directed to assist other company locations/Organizations with projects (remote or travel to location).

• Develop and implement policies and programs to ensure compliance with local, regional, and federal EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc…) for assigned locations and groups.
• Ensure that local policies and procedures for safe work are established, implemented, and followed at assigned work locations.
•  Lead location/area managers and teams in promoting and practicing safe operating procedures.
• Develop and implement procedures for local compliance with corporate incident reporting and investigation programs
• Provide EHS technical expertise to local investigation teams, identifying root causes and suggesting corrective measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
• Develop, arrange, implement, and conduct EHS training to maintain regulatory compliance for assigned location(s) and or organization(s).
• Maintain and execute an EHS compliance calendar for all required regulatory and policy activities.
• Serve in a management leadership capacity on EHS-related committees for assigned locations and organizations.
• Ensures mandatory regulatory event reporting (such as annual OSHA 300 log, notifications of serious accidents, hospitalizations, or deaths).
• Collaborate with site management to develop corrective action plans and set goals for enhancing EHS compliance performance in the upcoming year.
• Leads location EHS review meetings with location leadership team, EHS Corporate and other applicable higher management levels.
• Conduct annual reviews and audits of assigned locations to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies and regulations. Develop corrective action plans as needed.
• Serve as the local EHS representative for capital projects, reviewing for uncontrolled hazards, impacts, and permitting requirements.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• OSHA Compliance – Ensures workplace practices, policies, and environments meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Risk Assessment –Identifies potential hazards, assesses risks, and implements preventive measures.
• Incident Investigation – Conducts thorough investigations identifies root causes, documents incidents, and implements corrective actions.
• Emergency Response – Handles emergencies effectively, including evacuation procedures, first aid, and crisis management.
• Safety Training – Trains employees on safety procedures using effective communication and teaching skills.
• Industrial Hygiene – Understands industrial hygiene principles, including exposure limits, ventilation, and chemical safety.
• Ergonomics – Applies ergonomic principles to prevent workplace injuries related to posture, repetitive motions, and workstation design.
• Safety Audits – Conducts regular safety audits to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Manage compliance with key environmental regulations, including Title V air permitting, stormwater management, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans, hazardous waste handling and documentation, and wastewater discharge requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related Science field is required. Master’s Degree in EHS or related Science field is preferred. In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, 10 years’ experience within EHS function will be considered
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS function within a Manufacturing setting with direct responsibility for EHS activity and experience with Regulatory Agency interactions (inspections, official written response, arbitration, etc.) . Advanced degrees and certifications may count in lieu of years of service
• Required 2 or more years’ experience of EHS leadership responsibility (organizational and/or direct reports) ·Preference for applicable EHS related professional certifications (ASP, CSP, IHIT, CIH, CHMM, etc.)
• Thorough understanding of EHS science; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong communication skills (speaking and listening). ·Working knowledge of EHS regulation with strong understanding of OSHA and EPA laws
• Understanding of Environmental regulations including air permitting, Stormwater Pollution Prevention, Waste Water and Hazardous Waste Management
• Priority made for: Technical Writing, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, and Training skills

Competencies

• Basic management skills to include formalized methodologies (goal setting, performance tracking, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong business acumen
• Experience with leadership positions and ability to manage complex operations and projects
• Incumbent will be required to adequately function with basic software programs (Windows, MS Office, etc.)
• Works with minimal direct supervision at all times based upon the incumbent’s experience, judgment and understanding of regulatory requirements, management systems and site objectives. Most decisions are jointly made by collaboration with assigned site management teams (e.g. Plant, Supply Chain, etc.)
• Financial responsibilities include managing assigned operating budgets and collaboration with assigned Location/Organization leader budget/spend approvals

Working Conditions

• Occasional Domestic US travel (2–3 trips per year) is expected for this position
• The majority of work will be performed approximately 50% on the production floor, with additional time spent in office, warehouse, and manufacturing plant environments. 
• Position may occasionally require moderate physical work necessary for emergency response duties

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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