EHS Manager

Our well-established client is looking for an EHS Manager at their manufacturing facility. This leadership role will collaborate with all levels of the facility to drive EHS excellence. The ideal candidate would have 8 plus years of experience in chemicals, plastics or heavy industrial along with PSM experience in a manufacturing setting. The role will manage all health and safety programs with oversight of environmental compliance with wastewater, stormwater and hazardous waste. This is a boots on the ground role for a passionate EHS professional who thrives working across all levels of the organization.

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the safety programs and policies at our chemicals manufacturing facility. The role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations, promotes a culture of safety among employees, and minimizes risk of accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents.

Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities:

Safety Program Development & Implementation:

• Develop, execute, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, and training programs tailored to chemical manufacturing processes.
  
  

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
  
  

Risk Assessment & Hazard Controls:

• Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analysis. Implement control measures to mitigate identified risks, including process safety management (PSM) initiatives.
  
  

Incident Investigation:

• Lead investigations of accidents, near misses, and safety violations. Analyze root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  
  

Training & Awareness:

• Coordinate safety training sessions for all employees, including emergency response, proper handling of hazardous materials, and safe operating procedures.
  
  

Safety Audits & Inspections:

• Perform routine safety inspections and audits of plant operations, equipment, and work environment. Track and report safety performance metrics.
  
  

Emergency Preparedness:

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, coordinate drills, and ensure readiness for chemical spills, fires, or other emergencies.
  
  

Employee Engagement:

• Foster a safety-first culture through communication, safety committees, and employee engagement initiatives.
  
  

Environmental & Waste Management:

• Oversee compliance with environmental standards related to chemical storage, waste disposal, and emissions.
  
  

Safety Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing Safety Policies
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Identification and Hazard Control
• Incident Prevention and Investigation
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Employee Training and Education
• Safety Inspections and Audits
• Promoting a Safety Culture
• Environmental and Waste Management Oversight
• Documentation and Recordkeeping
• Coordination with External Agencies
• Continuous Improvement
  
  

Salary

$130,000 - $150,000

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k

Skills / Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in safety management within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Relevant certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and process safety management systems.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to lead safety initiatives and influence a safety culture across departments.
• If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Jennifer Wojcik at jwojcik@cps4jobs.com.
  
  

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