Job Summary: The EHS Manager is responsible for leading and maintaining day-to-day safety programs within a manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring a safe workplace through employee engagement, training, and continuous improvement of safety practices. The position also provides support for general facility needs, including coordinating maintenance and working with outside vendors.
Responsibilities:
1. Safety Management:
o Own and improve site-level that meet OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
o Conduct regular safety audits and inspections across production, warehouse, and office areas.
o Lead incident investigations including root-cause analysis and corrective action planning.
o Deliver safety training for employees, contractors, and new hires.
o Manage PPE programs and ensure availability of safety equipment.
o Integrate ergonomics into workplace design by assessing tasks, recommending improvements, and reducing strain-related risks.
2. Environmental Compliance:
o Maintain compliance documentation including permits, logs, reports, and regulatory filings.
o Oversee waste management and recycling programs in accordance with environmental regulations.
o Support environmental audits and inspections conducted by internal teams or regulatory agencies.
3. Health & Industrial Hygiene:
o Coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring such as air quality, noise levels, and chemical exposure.
o Implement exposure-control strategies to reduce risks related to hazardous materials.
o Support employee wellness initiatives related to occupational health and ergonomics.
4. Facility Maintenance:
o Oversee building maintenance including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems.
o Manage facility contractors and service providers for repairs, inspections, and capital projects.
o Plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
o Coordinate space planning and layout changes to support production and office needs.
o Monitor facility budgets and vendor contracts to ensure cost-effective operations.
5. Leadership & Culture:
o Partner with operations and engineering teams to integrate safety into production processes.
o Lead safety committees and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
o Promote a strong safety culture through communication, coaching, and employee engagement.
o Oversee material-handling equipment training to ensure safe operation and compliance.
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Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, or related field.
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3-5 years of Safety or EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
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Experience in facility or maintenance management preferred.
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Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable standards.
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Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
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Proficiency in safety management systems and facility maintenance software.
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Proactive problem-solving approach with the ability to anticipate risks.
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Hands-on leadership style comfortable working on the production floor.
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Detail-oriented and organized with strong follow-through.
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans offered
401k plan offered at 90 days
Paid Time Off (PTO) available
This job description is not intended to provide an all-inclusive listing of job-related activities. The incumbent may be requested by management to perform other related activities in place of or in addition to those representative activities noted in this job description.
