EHS & Maintenance Manager - Johnson City, TN

Scope of Role

We are looking for an experienced and talented Environmental Health & Safety and Maintenance Manager to join our team. This individual will be responsible for leading plant efforts in areas of safety, industrial health / hygiene and environmental protection in compliance with all Company, OSHA, EPA and other regulatory requirements.  Responsible for management of plant contract security personnel and procedures in compliance with CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) requirements.  In addition, this role leads a multi-disciplined team of maintenance technicians in pursuit of improvements in overall equipment effectiveness and continuous improvement initiatives.  They also have oversight of the upkeep of the facility and its operation.

Responsibilities for Employment

• Under general guidance from Senior Corporate EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Leadership, lead all local efforts in compliance with all Company, Federal, State, Local and Regulatory required EHS systems, processes and programs.
• Champion efforts in creating, defining and implementing a local culture of safety excellence which includes leadership commitment, employee engagement, communication and training.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations into all accidents, injuries and near-misses driving both corrective / preventive actions and actions to prevent reoccurrence. 
• Conduct risk assessments of new and existing tasks and / or conditions, identify potential hazards and risk factors, analyze and evaluate the risks and determine appropriate methods of hazard elimination or risk control.  
• Develop and coordinate effective training for employees in areas such as Frontline Leadership training (behavioral based safety), safe workplace policies, practices, laws, regulations, hazardous conditions and proper use of all safety equipment. 
• Manage internal auditing programs for safety.  Conduct corporate compliance audits to ensure compliance to Company, Federal, state, local and regulatory environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Implement all plant CTPAT (Customers Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) security initiatives, audit and monitor for compliance. 
• Preparation and timely submission of all EHS and CTPAT reports, metrics, inspections, audits, etc.
• Lead a skilled maintenance team responsible for facilities and mechanical machine maintenance.  Schedule work for group based on scheduled maintenance programs as well as emergency maintenance requests, and work orders. 
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures with respect to equipment installation, maintenance reporting, employee training and management of equipment and facility projects, outside contractor management and security systems management.
• Lead department accountability for attainment of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, People and Engagement goals and objectives.
• Manage Site Hazardous waste streams in accordance with all regulatory guidelines.
• Develop and lead effective predictive and preventative maintenance (PM) programs.
• Troubleshoot production equipment issues and make informed recommendations for solutions.
• Identify current and future operational requirements, recommend actions and develops plans to maximize efficiency and minimize negative impacts and disruptions.
• Secure quotations for facilities projects and repairs from contracts and inspect all work and materials through completion.  Follows established standard operating procedures and bid review process to obtain bids and select vendors. 
• Control facility pest control program and communicate needs and problem areas to vendor.
• Oversee contracted facility janitorial services to ensure compliance to requirements of supporting documents and maintain a clean and healthy work environment
• Lead and manage all maintenance activity, OpEx and capital projects, including budgeting, justification, planning, resource management, spend control and successful completion safely and with minimal down time / impact to operations.
• Responsible for planning, directing and overseeing facility and grounds upkeep, services and utilities. 
• Assess and evaluates the physical space requirements of the organization and recommends plans to meet needs.

• Manage ongoing training and development of subordinates including written performance appraisals, salary recommendations, rewards and recognition, coaching and counseling, development plans and disciplinary actions as needed.
• In conjunction with the Human Resources Department, manage employee relations efforts on the floor including addressing and resolving employee concerns, issue investigation, etc.

• Bullet point responsibilities of the job
• This section should not encompass every single responsibility but essentially a high-level overview of tasks.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education:  High school diploma or GED required with a preference of a Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.

Years and Type of Experience:

• OSHA 511 training and certification would be a plus.
• EPA certification would be a plus.

Key Skills, Knowledge & Capabilities:

• 5 to 7 years leadership experience in EHS, engineering or manufacturing operations in a high volume, high mix manufacturing and supply chain site preferred.
• Experience in a regulated industry (FDA, ISO, medical device, etc) a plus.
• Strong project management skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance management and calibrations in a quality system environment (GMP, QS, and ISO).
• Practical management experience in lean manufacturing, engineering, distribution/warehouse management, quality/regulatory assurance, and supply chain management.  Previous experience leading technical teams a plus.
• Manufacturing financial experience with developing and executing to a budget including forecasting and accountability for profit/loss as well as CapEx justification.
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• Strong excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and lead effective teams to achieve overall organizational objectives.
• Good organization and analytical skills.
• Good presentation and selling skills.
• Minimal travel, both domestic and abroad.

How We Lead the DS Way:

• Actively articulates and promotes Dentsply Sirona’s vision, mission and values.
• Advocates on behalf of the customer.
• Promotes high performance, innovation and continual improvement.
• Consistently meets Company standards, ethics and compliance requirements.
• Clear and effective communication with stake holders, which span across multiple levels, socio-geographic areas and functional expertise. 

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, speak, use hands, reach with hands and arms, see listen and type.  May on occasion have to stoop or squat.  May need to lift up to 25 pounds. 

Work environment:

Work primarily performed in an office environment though will be required to spend a decent percentage of time out on the manufacturing floor.  The noise level in the administrative offices is quiet and while out on the manufacturing floor the noise level is usually moderate.  The entire facility is climate controlled.