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EHS Manager

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Date: Nov 1, 2024

Location: Newton, NC, US, 28658

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 65583

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

 

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 



Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

The EHS Manager will help drive continuous improvement in overall environmental, health and safety performance while promoting an interdependent organizational culture. The intent of this role is to lead and effectively integrate environmental, health and safety processes/programs into the overall plant strategy while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state local, and corporate safety laws and standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all plant, corporate and OSHA/EPA policies and regulations 
  • Lead the plant processes to set annual targets, and drive necessary actions to meet and exceed targets                        
  • Be a change agent to drive continuous improvement in overall EH&S performance
  • Maintain metrics of plant EH&S performance and provide monthly reporting
  • Develop, implement and track annual site EH&S plan actions
  • Utilize data collected to develop specific programs and initiatives to improve performance
  • Develop and maintain plant emergency response plans and ensure appropriate training
  • Work with internal and external groups to coordinate plant EH&S audits and evaluations / inspections, and ensure timely corrective action for discrepancies
  • Ensure effective delivery of all EH&S related training with compliance to all applicable plant, corporate and OSHA standards, and maintain all OSHA logs and required recordkeeping required by regulation
  • Ensure / lead investigation of work-related injuries in conjunction with supervisors / managers, along with action planning to prevent reoccurrence
  • Maintain existing SDS system and ensure new materials and products have appropriate SDS sheets and training
  • Support ISO45001/14001:2015 Environmental and Safety Management System Requirements

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor's degree in occupational health/safety, safety or related subject OR in Engineering with demonstrated manufacturing experience in Safety Engineering
  • Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO45001/14001:2015 and other relevant regulations and standards
  • Experience integrating aspects of EH&S management into the overall operation of the plant
  • Information Utilization and ability to use electronic databases such as Gensuite
  • 5 years of demonstrated manufacturing experiences in developing and deploying Safety Strategy and associated tactical plans to deliver targeted results. 
  • Knowledge and experience in Safety Regulatory and Legal requirements and industry direction.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; both organization and presentation skills.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  


The range for this position is $111,819.00 - $153,752.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

  • Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
  • Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
  • Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
  • Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


Nearest Major Market: Hickory

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