EH&S Manager

Requisition Number: 63378

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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.

Develops and facilitates implementation of environmental, safety and Hygiene strategies to minimize risk and to ensure environmental, safety and Hygiene compliance with applicable regulatory, certifications and corporate Environmental,Safety and Hygiene  requirements. Key point of contact for all safety, Hygiene, and environmental systems and related activity.Drive continuous improvement in workplace safety, Hygiene, and environmental systems, including establishing a “culture of safety”

• Direct and guide the implementation of the environmental, safety  (ISO 1400, ISO45001 system) and Hygiene management systems.  Execute responsibilities as defined in the facility Environmental Management System (EMS) and the Safety Management System (SMS).

• Support safety and Hygiene risk assessments and environmental assessments and resulting mitigation activities that will identify, evaluate and control unsafe conditions and acts and prevent non-compliant environmental conditions and acts.

• Lead or facilitate root cause analysis when near misses, injuries, illnesses or non-compliance events/situations occur.
• Facilitate assignment and communication of responsibility for all aspects of both the SMS, (including the year-specific safety and Hygiene plan) and the EMS (including its objectives) so that managers, supervisors, and employees know what performance is expected of them.  Develop measures for performance outcomes.
• Facilitate management evaluation of the year-specific safety and Hygiene plan and EMS objectives to ensure that they are effective and appropriate for workplace and business conditions.  Revise the plans and objectives in a timely manner to correct any deficiencies identified by the plan and objective evaluations.
• Provide direction for internal employees ranging from management to operations, contractors, suppliers and others to maintain safety and Hygiene and environmental compliance.
• Review projects, plans, specifications, and purchases to verify that environmental and safety and Hygiene issues are addressed in a proactive manner.
• Ensure, in conjunction with management, that safety and Hygiene responsibilities are assigned as appropriate to knowledgeable and capable employees (Subject Matter Experts for instance).
• Respond to new environmental, safety and Hygiene information (i.e. government regulations, industry standards or corporate guidance) or a change in the workplace that indicates a new or increased hazard or environmental concern may be present.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret environmental and safety and Hygiene (accident, loss, and exposure) statistical data.
• Work with management to set short (annual) and long term (3-5 year) goals for environmental and safety and Hygiene improvements.  Safety and Hygiene goals should include suitable reductions in injury and illness rates.  Facilitate and direct efforts to meet or exceed the goals.
• Provide consultation regarding environmental and safety and Hygiene education and training, support and guidance to facility personnel to maintain a work environment consistent with company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate and identify standards and controls for environmental concerns and safety and Hygiene hazards within operations.
• Communicate environmental and safety and Hygiene regulations as they pertain to the facility.
• Understand the impact of manufacturing processes and equipment with regard to environmental impacts and safety and Hygiene compliance.
• Understand and communicate environmental permit requirements and data generated to prepare permits.
• Participate, as a team member, in regulatory, corporate or facility safety and Hygiene inspections and investigations.
• Support projects as requested and collaborate with company and consultant resources to leverage best work practices and to provide additional skill-level support.
• Work with site Hygiene and wellness, and administration/coordination of the site’s workers’ compensation program.

• Adherence to all Corning Values
• Customer Satisfaction
• Continuous improvement in environmental and safety and Hygiene system measures
• Performance against budget
• Data integrity – accuracy, completeness and timeliness (as appropriate to data types by specific role)
• Acknowledged/Certified as subject matter expert in given discipline
• Expense management
• Project management  (completion of key milestones as compared to time, quality, and cost targets)
• Developing technical talent (# of people coached) 
• Employee professional development 

People:

• Developing Direct Reports and Others

• Assists in identifying training/information needs for employees.
• Provides feedback to peers and facility leadership on their management of others.
• Identifies a range of development opportunities appropriate for facility employees.

• Influence
  • Sells ideas/packages solutions effectively.
  • Builds support for ideas.
  • Gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals.
  • Facilitates "win-win" situations.

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.   
• 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 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.