May 18, 2017
NAEM Executive Brief 2017
“Jump, and you will find out how to unfold your wings as you fall.”

Ray Bradbury (1920 – 2012)
American author and screenwriter
How Our Company Learned to Make Better Predictions About Everything
The best forecasters demonstrate a willingness to learn from past mistakes and continually update their theoretical priors. Our ability to predict, like any other skill, can improve with practice. Read more...
Harvard Business Review

Why is Energy-From-Waste Slow to Catch on in the U.S.?
Energy-from-waste is growing fast in Europe and parts of Asia. But it’s relatively stagnant here in the United States. In fact, the percentage of waste we burn for energy is actually slightly down in the past five years. What’s holding the U.S. back? Read more...
Triple Pundit

Connecting the Worker to Hearing Protection
In a connected workplace, employees and supervisors accurately would know how much protection each worker achieves with a particular earplug or earmuff. Read more...
EHS Today

Leadership in a Crisis – How To Be a Leader
From the former CEO of Medtronic, here are seven lessons for leaders charged with leading their organizations through a crisis. Read more...
Wall Street Journal

World’s Biggest Wind Turbines Help Drive Down Renewable Energy Costs
Each of the 195 meter-tall turbines produce 8MW, which is more than twice the power capacity of those installed a decade ago. Installing fewer but larger turbines has shown to be the most cost effective strategy. Read more...
The Guardian

Workplace Drug Testing Finds Cocaine, Marijuana Use At 12-Year High
Employees increasingly are testing positive for marijuana, cocaine and methamphetamines at work, driving the rates of positive drug tests in the United States to the highest level in 12 years. Experts believe people have become more casual about marijuana use as more states have legalized it for medical or recreational purposes. Read more...
Chicago Tribune
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Job Opportunities
Area Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
W. W. Grainger Inc.; Minooka, Illinois
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is a Fortune 500 industrial supply company founded in 1927 in Chicago. The Company is a business-to-business distributor of products used to maintain, repair and operate facilities. Approximately 3 million businesses and institutions worldwide rely on Grainger for products such as safety gloves, ladders, electrical components, motors and janitorial supplies, along with services like inventory management and technical support. They are looking for an EHS Manager. This position is responsible for implementing environmental, health, and safety initiatives for distribution facilities, branches, and offices in specified area of responsibility. The incumbent will assist in training and educating all employees to ensure compliance with International, Federal, State, and Local regulations, laws, and policies. In addition, the incumbent will provide consultation and guidance to Distribution Center and Branch managers and/or coordinators on all issues related environmental, health and safety. A Bachelor’s Degree in a field specific to safety or equivalent related experience is required along with a minimum 5 years of EHS experience in distribution, or manufacturing organization. Must have technical knowledge, skills, and abilities related to safety matters. Working knowledge of ISO, OHSAS, and other EH&S management systems preferred. Professional certification preferred (CSP, CIH or equivalent). 20% travel.

Director, Safety, Health and Environment
Troy Corp.; Newark, New Jersey
Troy develops and manufactures performance materials for industry. These materials are used and available in over 100 countries to produce high performing, cost-effective, and sustainable products. Troy's objective is to provide superior products and technology for the needs of customers, drawing on knowledge and expertise gained from serving markets worldwide for over 60 years. They are looking for an EHS Director. The Director of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) will provide Safety, Health, and Environment leadership for all Troy sites worldwide through the development, execution and continuous improvement of programs, processes and initiatives designed to create a safe, healthy and injury-free work environment. The EHS Director reports to the Vice President of Manufacturing & Engineering and supervises all dedicated SHE personnel across the world. The Director must have a strong knowledge of federal and local SHE regulations, including OSHA, DEP, EPA, and CDC and demonstrate strong knowledge of implementing and managing OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) program. S/he must have experience managing SHE at sites outside of the United States and experience negotiating with local government agencies regarding site compliance. A Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental or Industrial Hygiene or comparable field is required along with a minimum 10 years SHE management experience in technical environment similar to Troy in size, complexity, and international character. 25% travel.

Director, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) & Workers Compensation
Brake Parts Inc. LLC; McHenry, Illinois
Brake Parts Inc (BPI) is committed to leading the global automotive aftermarket as the premier manufacturer and supplier of brake system components. The company’s primary focus is the growth and profitability of its customers through a collaborative platform of quality, innovation, dedication and integrity. BPI has a demonstrated commitment to research, development and testing of its entire product offering, including friction, rotors, drums, calipers and hydraulic products, ensuring that they meet or exceed original equipment fit, form and function requirements. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and guidance to the global facility Management Teams and Employees, includes (US, Mexico, India, China) on safety, health and environmental issues. Manages the Facility EHS Programs, EHS Staff/ Medical Team, accident prevention activities, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal safety, health and environmental regulations. The position will also be responsible for developing and implementing programs, strategies, policies, training and procedures to identify, reduce and/or eliminate risks; and to align with Brake Parts Inc LLC policies and procedures. A Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Engineering or related field is required along with a minimum of 8-10 years related experience. International Experience in manufacturing environment preferred. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is a plus. Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations including OSHA, Worker Compensation, and L & I, DOT, and EPA a must.