Job Title:
EHS Sr Manager - DICP
Company: Wells Enterprise
Location: Dunkirk, NY
Created: 2026-03-04
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job Description Coach and assist current and future WEI environment, health and safety (EHS) professionals to the implementation of WEI EHS Management System policies, programs, initiatives, communications and strategies to integrate EHS into WEI business processes and organizational performance standards, while ensuring and maintaining environmental and safety compliance for all employees at current and integrating future plant and office locations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This will be in accordance with all applicable federal and state and local EHS regulations and requirements. SME focus area may include WEI wastewater activities and improvements. and requirements. Initiate policies to hold WEI personnel accountable to a high level of EHS responsibility. Develop (continuously improve), standardize and maintain regulatory compliant environment and safety policies and procedures across all facilities (both current and M&A), including but not limited to company reporting mechanisms for environmental incidents and injuries. Drives the strategic development and deployment of environmental and safety initiatives. Works with management and EHS professionals and M&A teams to ensure consistent implementation, execution and communication of EHS management system. Serves as a liaison and key point of contact with state and local EPA, OSHA and other federal and state and local regulatory agencies and organizations. Advises operations and M&A leaders on environmental, occupational health and safety compliance strategies. Responsible for contacts with outside law enforcement, crisis management, business continuity agencies. Leads and manages the activities of department to include budget, cost containment, strategies, hiring and performance management of indirect reports for assigned sites. Responsible for auditing existing environmental and safety programs, identifying gaps, and developing path of work plans for implementing improvements. Drives compliance training of company personnel as it relates to EHS compliance and programs. Works jointly and collaboratively with operations to reduce EHS related costs while maintaining a commitment to operational efficiencies. Responsible for developing and coaching of indirect reports including EHS facility leaders while facilitating a work environment that supports a zero NOV culture. Responsible to develop contractor site safety expectations leading to adherence of all OSHA & company safety regulations. #LI-BA1 #IND123 Qualifications In addition to the responsibilities listed above, other duties may be assigned by your supervisor, as dictated by business necessity. CSP Preferred. Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Management, Safety, Chemistry, Life Science, Industrial Hygiene or other related fields of study. 7 - 10 years of progressive environmental management experience preferred. Experience to include 5 - 7 years of EHS compliance and reporting. Strong knowledge of applicable state and federal laws as it applies to EHS. Manufacturing and wastewater treatment experience is preferred. Problem solving skills to achieve effective resolutions. Developed communication skills including written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other applicable applications. Troubleshooting, problem solving, analyzing trends, managing personnel and development of new programs/procedures. Ability to clearly communicate to small and large groups. Project management experience. Reports to Director of Environmental, Health, Safety Direct Reports - EHS Manager Safety, EHS Safety and Health Specialists I, II, Sr. Indirect Reports - N/A The base pay range for this position is $94,000 to $138,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis