Job Description

ABOUT US

Barksdale, founded in 1949, is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered control products. As a subsidiary of Crane Co., an industrial conglomerate, Barksdale has a leading brand position in instrumentation, with a focus on General Industrial, Oil & Gas and Transportation end markets. With proprietary technologies, Barksdale’s valves, regulators, pressure switches electronic and speed instrumentation products have carved a niche for themselves in demanding applications.

JOB SUMMARY

Position Overview: This position provides leadership in environmental, health, safety (EHS), facilities, maintenance, security, and compliance at the Los Angeles location. Under general supervision, this individual ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local environmental and safety regulations and third-party certifications such as ISO. The role involves hands-on participation, evaluating and clarifying EHS objectives and targets with site leadership, internal reporting of EHS performance, and communication of applicable regulatory requirements. The position is directly responsible for EHS and third-party agency compliance and improvements by ensuring accurate and complete EHS reporting of metrics, timely closure of related action items, completion of required EHS training for personnel, supporting site teams during crises, and creating a strong EHS culture that engages all levels of associates.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Compliance and Audit:

• Develop and implement an effective EHS management system aligned with ISO:14001:2015.
• Drive a culture of EHS compliance and results to prevent occupational injury/illness-related losses and environmental exposure.
• Manage overall environmental compliance in cooperation with Federal, State, and local regulatory agencies such as CAL-OSHA, OSHA, EPA, SCAQMD, SWRCB, DTSC, Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County, and City of Vernon.
• Manage compliance with third-party certifications including various ISO, ATEX, and XXX.
• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure compliance with standards is maintained and work closely with agencies during certification audits.
• Prepare and review environmental reports and filings as required by regulatory agencies; respond to regulatory correspondence; track and report on developments in federal and state legislation and requirements.

1. EH&S Management:

• Maintain permit status by reviewing the analysis of discharge of all hazardous wastes such as fumes, chemical gases, and wastewater.
• Maintain and update mandatory environmental records files; set policy for chemical controls and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) availability.
• Lead and coordinate regular environmental and safety compliance audits and support mandated inspections of facilities in cooperation with regulatory inspectors.
• Investigate and resolve findings in a timely fashion.
• Ensure maximum occupancy restrictions are met through analysis of available square footage and staffing levels, and review when construction activities take place.
• Manage and coordinate special projects and select and coordinate work through environmental consultants as required.

1. Safety Program:

• Manage and continuously improve reactive and proactive safety programs such as 5S audits & T.O.P.S.
• Train and update employees in the use of MSDS sheets, hazard communication, emergency response, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Chair Executive Safety Committee meetings.
• Prepare month-end environmental status reports and environmentally related capital budgets.
• Maintain and update the Emergency Response Plan.

1. Facilities Strategy Management:

• Draw design layouts showing the location of furniture, equipment, doorways, electrical and telephone outlets, and other facilities.
• Review real estate contracts for compliance with government specifications and suitability for occupancy considering factors such as air circulation, lighting, location, and size.
• Establish and maintain a waste minimization/source reduction program aligned with corporate Sustainability initiatives.
• Manage facilities/maintenance team resources to support compliance initiatives and upkeep of facility, property, and equipment to facilitate consistent uninterrupted operation of the business.
• Support preventative maintenance program strategy to ensure downtime and equipment repairs are minimized.
• Support short-term repairs and long-term facilities maintenance strategy, including HVAC systems, lighting, roofing, drainage, water, gas, and electrical equipment, often working in conjunction with contractors and third parties.

Professional Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in EHS plus 3 years working in a manufacturing environment.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with ergonomic risk factor assessments and industry tools.
• Strong project management skills and ability to plan and prioritize own work, complete work on schedule, and maintain required records.
• Knowledge of environmental public policy regulations; principles of Hazardous Materials Management; regulatory framework for toxic and hazardous substances; groundwater monitoring, protection, and cleanup; emergency preparedness and response procedures; CAL-OSHA, OSHA, and manufacturing and facilities operations; management and supervisory principles; use and capabilities of environmentally related equipment such as fume hoods, exhaust systems, blowers, and filter systems; ISO 14001:2015 compliance; NFPA standards.
• Ability to operate a pH meter; operate a calculator with advanced math functions; operate a computer terminal to utilize environmental interface, word processing, and spreadsheet software programs in a Windows operating environment; utilize environmentally related equipment such as fume hoods, exhaust systems, blowers, and filter systems; utilize chemical detection equipment; skilled use of personal protective equipment.

• Ability to understand, interpret, and implement current and future environmental regulations; analyze, interpret, and evaluate environmental assessment data; assess hazards indicated in MSDS; evaluate risks versus costs; train, develop, and lead employees in day-to-day facilities and environmental operations; plan, organize, and coordinate multiple environmental engineering projects; communicate effectively and work cooperatively with regulatory agency representatives, company personnel and upper management, vendors, and consultants; prepare and review clear, concise reports and related correspondence; prepare and conduct environmental training; pursue continuing education classes and participate in professional organizations; climb, bend, walk, and work in cramped spaces when conducting environmental inspections.

  Salary range: $113,700 to $135,000 with 10% bonus potential. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.