What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Manager position at Tarkett?
Tarkett is seeking a hands-on EHS Manager to develop, establish, and maintain an environmental health and safety program that strives to meet or exceed all regulatory requirements, and provides for a safe work environment that is free of hazards in pursuit of zero work-related injuries / illnesses, using a behavioral-based approach. The position will manage EHS for the Florence, AL Campus.
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.
www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.
- Relocation assistance can be available for non-local candidates.
- Lead and manage all aspects of the Environmental Health and Safety program within the plants
- Assist in ensuring compliance to all Safe Work Practices (SWP), regulatory standards (EPA, DEP, OSHA, NFPA, etc.) and plant policies and procedures.
- Lead both the Safety and Environmental World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Pillars
- Lead the ISO 14001 / 18001 EHS requirements and audit process for continued certification
- Work with outside Environmental firms to ensure environmental compliance
- Formulate and deliver safety training presentations and training for both small and large audiences, hourly and salaried.
- Deliver EHS orientation to new and temporary associates.
- Assist in ensuring proper training and compliance to plant EHS policies and procedures involving contractor/vendor personnel.
- Conduct proactive safety surveys and inspections in order to identify potential risks.
- Perform, document, and trend behavioral-safety observations.
- Analyze data and perform trending analysis in order to identify and implement corrective actions as well as develop strategic risk mitigation strategies.
- Provide technical assistance to associates in evaluating new / altered production equipment for potential hazards.
- Maintain assorted databases and software programs in support of the EHS Department and Plant EHS initiatives.
- Aid in the completion of the Plant’s annual reports
- Assist in providing oversight to Plant’s hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage, handling and transport program.
- Conduct ergonomic assessments of equipment, workstations, etc. as needed.
- Research safety equipment for its application and purchase.
- Assist in personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and trials as well as to ensure its proper use, maintenance and storage.
- Assist in workers compensation claim management and return to work programs.
- Serve as an EHS Champion in furthering “Safety First” culture.
- To be engaged with shop floor supervisors and employees through time on the floor; expected to be at least 50% of time.
- 5 years of experience in Safety and Industrial Hygiene in a manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or related discipline, OR additional relevant EHS experience, required.
- Strong working knowledge of all OSHA and EPA regulations as well as experience managing OSHA visits and audits.
- Supervisory/leadership experience preferred but not required.
- Project Management experience preferred.
- A commitment that Safety is #1
- Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
- Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
- We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
- We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
- We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.
www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.