Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
Location: North Carolina (Multi-Site Support)
Join a Growing Team That Values Safety, People, and Continuous Improvement
We are seeking a leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves, lead by example, and grow alongside a company that values relationships, accountability, and long-term success.
We are a growing, family-oriented manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and strengthen our safety culture across multiple facilities. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about protecting people, promoting compliance, and building programs that support operational excellence.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who enjoys working closely with employees at all levels of the organization. They will bring both technical expertise and a practical, hands-on approach to creating safe work environments while helping our teams continue to grow and succeed.
Position Summary
The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing environmental, health, safety, and emergency response programs across our manufacturing and distribution operations. This individual will ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations while partnering with leadership and employees to foster a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility.
This role will serve as a key resource for Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management (RM), regulatory compliance, employee training, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position may also provide support to additional facilities as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage environmental, health, and safety programs across manufacturing operations.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, RM, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Lead investigations of incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Partner with management and employees to proactively address workplace safety and environmental risks.
- Serve as the primary liaison with local emergency response agencies and regulatory organizations.
- Support new product development, facility modifications, and equipment installations through PSM and risk reviews.
- Maintain EHS records, compliance documentation, and safety performance metrics.
- Coordinate hazardous waste management and ensure proper disposal practices.
- Develop and communicate safety goals, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and training to employees, supervisors, and leadership teams.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 3–5 years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing regulatory compliance programs and workplace safety initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and EHS best practices.
- Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
Preferred
- Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management (RM) programs.
- Experience within chemical manufacturing, adhesives, coatings, polymers, or related industries.
- Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
- Knowledge of industrial hygiene, hazardous waste management, and environmental compliance.
- Continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or related operational excellence experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, kneel, sit, and move throughout manufacturing environments for extended periods.
- Ability to work on a computer for extended periods as required.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when in operational areas.
- Ability to travel by car and/or air up to 25% of the time, including occasional overnight travel.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Group Life & AD&D Insurance
- Additional Life & AD&D Insurance Options
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Who We Are:
Tailored Chemical Products, Inc. was founded by Jack Temple, Jr. in 1977 in Hickory, North Carolina, specializing in manufacturing adhesive and specialty chemical products. His bedrock principle has always been focused on customer satisfaction.
This guiding principle has served the company well as it has grown to include a staff of research chemists and lab technicians who can formulate a wide range of adhesive products, a fleet of modern tankers, tractor trailers, and box trucks to meet your delivery needs-and four production centers with 300+ employees. We have the product lines, production capacity, and experience to meet the most demanding needs of Fortune 500 companies, yet we are attentive to the needs of independent small business owners.
At Tailored Chemical, our employees strive to understand the problems of our customers and apply our technical skills to resolve those problems. Our team has proven capability to help with innovative product development, to shorten lead times, and in many cases turn our customers’ adhesives manufacturing issues into solutions. Our customers expect each and every Tailored Chemical employee to deliver this kind of service and commitment at every location in every interaction, and we as a company accept nothing less!
What We Offer:
We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer a comprehensive benefits package which is among the best in the industry, a company 401K plan, employee pension plan and much more. Tailored Chemical Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
