What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environment, Health and Safety Manager position at Confidential?
Role Description The Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Peru, IL. This role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe workplace. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, performing workplace inspections, leading incident and accident investigations, and maintaining EHS documentation and reporting. The EHS Manager will design and deliver training programs, collaborate with leadership and frontline teams to promote safety culture, and coordinate corrective actions and preventive measures. The role also involves monitoring environmental impacts, supporting sustainability initiatives, and working with external regulatory bodies and auditors as required.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge and experience in Health & Safety and Occupational Health, including regulations, policies, and best practices.
- Expertise in Environment Health and Safety (EHS) program development, implementation, and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in Accident Investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
- Demonstrated ability to design, deliver, and evaluate Training related to EHS and workplace safety.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, with familiarity in OSHA and environmental regulations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and accurate documentation.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and coach at all organizational levels.
- Proficiency in using standard office software and EHS management systems for reporting and tracking.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) are preferred but not required.