Management System Associate - (EOSH) Environmental, Occupational Safety and Health

Company: W.L. Gore & Associates
Location: Newark
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Environmental, Health and Safety professional to join our global Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety (EOSH) Management System Team. In this role you will support efforts to implement, certify, continuously improve, and sustain an Environmental and Occupational Safety & Health management system (EOSH MS) based on ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. The commitment will focus on the project for further development & implementation phase of EOSH MS over the next 2 years. This role will then transition into Gore's - Global GPS EOSH MS Core Team within the EH&S function and take responsibility for sustainment & continuous improvement of the EOSH Management System.

This position will be located at our facility in Newark, Delaware, or Elkton, Maryland with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Pay and Benefits:

• $ 80,000 - $ 134,000 per year
• Roles above $150k are eligible for the variable pay program each fiscal year, based on defined business performance metrics.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits
  
  
  Responsibilities:
  
  • Create, implement, and optimize Gore's EOSH management system processes, tools & documentation based on ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 according to internal timelines in partnership with other Associates and in alignment with the OpCo, teams, and functions
  • Conduct internal EOSH Management System and EOSH Compliance Audits according to the GPS EOSH Internal Audit Program
  • Coordinate and participate in EOSH management system certification and surveillance audits and represent Gore to external registrar
  • Provide Occupational Health and Safety technical expertise to reduce global risks and optimize EOSH management system processes and tools
  • Advise and assist plants with integrating the EOSH Management System with existing or future Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 50001)
  • Analyze, summarize, and communicate relevant data and metrics and inform leadership on risks and opportunities and recommend appropriate EOSH objectives and targets
  • Partner with local EOSH management system coordinators and leaders to deliver EOSH management system results
  • Support and align existing and new EOSH management system digital information platforms or solutions
  • Educate Business Groups and Enterprise functions teams to build knowledge of the EOSH Management System
    Required Qualifications:
    
    • Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or related field
    • Minimum of 3 years experience with implementation, optimization and sustainment of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or equivalent management systems
    • Experience applying risk-based decision making to workplace tasks, hazards, or processes
    • Experience in creating and presenting data and metrics to drive informed business decisions
    • Strong MS 365/MS Office skills including experience with MS SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerBI
    • Capability to work within project timelines, project practices, and apply project tools to achieve desired results
    • Ability to work and influence virtually across functions and global time zones (Germany, Japan, China)
    • Ability to work across cultures and ability to work in an inclusive, rapidly evolving work environment
    • Ability to travel up to 20% to attend key meetings and conduct audits
      
      Desired Qualifications:
      
      • Experience performing internal management system and compliance audits for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements as a lead auditor
      • Experience with multi-site certifications according to IAF MD1
        
        Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore's hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.
        
        
        
        What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
        
        We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
        
        We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
        
        Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
        
        Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
        
        Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
        
        Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact

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