Description:
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Job Description
The Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role promotes a safe work environment, minimizes environmental impact, and drives continuous improvement in workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
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Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, programs, and procedures.
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Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, and local environmental and safety regulations.
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Conduct workplace safety inspections, risk assessments, and environmental audits to identify and eliminate hazards.
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Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental events, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
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Develop and deliver employee safety training programs, including hazard communication, emergency response, PPE, chemical handling, and ergonomics.
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Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical inventories, and hazardous waste management programs.
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Monitor air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, waste disposal, and other environmental compliance activities.
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Develop and coordinate emergency preparedness and response plans, including fire safety, spill response, and evacuation procedures.
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Lead safety committees and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
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Track and report safety metrics, injury rates, environmental performance, and regulatory compliance activities.
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Manage workers' compensation cases and return-to-work programs.
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Coordinate regulatory inspections and respond to findings from OSHA, EPA, and other agencies.
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Collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and human resources to improve workplace safety and environmental performance.
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Oversee contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with company safety requirements.
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Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce workplace injuries, environmental risks, and regulatory non-compliance.
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Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Management
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OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Environmental Compliance
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Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis
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Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
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Emergency Response Planning
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Hazardous Waste and Chemical Management
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Safety Training and Employee Development
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Regulatory Auditing and Compliance
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Workers' Compensation Administration
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Continuous Improvement and Safety Culture Development
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Leadership and Team Management
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Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
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Microsoft Office and EHS Management Software
Requirements:
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Job Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
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5–8+ years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role.
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Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
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Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
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Proven experience conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, hazard analyses, and environmental compliance audits.
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Experience investigating workplace incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
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Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, chemical safety, hazardous waste management, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements.
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Experience developing and delivering employee safety training programs.
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Familiarity with emergency response planning, fire protection, spill response, and evacuation procedures.
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Strong understanding of workers' compensation, injury prevention, ergonomics, and return-to-work programs.
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Experience managing environmental permits, waste disposal, air emissions, wastewater, and stormwater compliance programs.
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Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) is preferred.
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Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence safety culture at all organizational levels.
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management software.
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Ability to prepare reports, maintain regulatory documentation, and present safety performance metrics to management.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
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Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, conduct facility inspections, and work in production, laboratory, warehouse, and outdoor environments as needed.
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Commitment to continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and workplace safety.
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