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Environmental Health & Safety Manager (1142543)

The Judge Group
Modesto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/16/2026
Location: Modesto, CA

Salary: $120,000.00 USD Annually - $150,000.00 USD Annually

Description: Judge Direct Placement is searching for an EHS Manager to join our Fortune 100 client in California.

As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager will champion a culture where safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence are fundamental to everything we do. This role is responsible for shaping and executing the site's EHS strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and empowering employees and leaders to create a workplace where people thrive and risks are proactively managed.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can influence across all levels of the organization, build strong partnerships, and drive meaningful change through engagement, coaching, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the site leader for all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability initiatives.
  • Partner with plant leadership to strengthen a culture that prioritizes employee well-being, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide strategic direction and technical expertise to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company EHS standards.
  • Oversee environmental programs, including air permitting, wastewater management, waste reduction, emissions reporting, and regulatory agency interactions.
  • Lead efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace risks through audits, inspections, and proactive improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and deliver engaging training programs that build organizational awareness and accountability for safety and environmental performance.
  • Facilitate incident investigations, determine root causes, and drive sustainable corrective actions.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and leverage data to identify trends, improve performance, and reduce risk.
  • Lead site safety committees and engage employees in programs that promote ownership and participation in EHS initiatives.
  • Manage workers' compensation processes and support effective return-to-work programs.
  • Ensure all environmental reports, permits, records, and compliance documentation are maintained and submitted accurately and timely.
  • Foster strong relationships with regulatory agencies and serve as the primary point of contact during inspections and audits.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Safety Management, or a related discipline.
  • Five or more years of progressive EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • CSP certification or other relevant professional certification is preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable state and local regulations.
  • Experience developing EHS strategies that drive engagement, improve compliance, and deliver measurable business results.
  • Proven ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and create a culture of accountability.
  • Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both frontline employees and senior leaders.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means creating an environment where safety is a shared value, environmental responsibilities are embedded into daily operations, and employees are empowered to identify opportunities for improvement. You will help lead the journey toward world-class EHS performance while making a lasting impact on the facility, its people, and the surrounding community.

Please send resumes to bsd@judge.com

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Contact: bdewees@judge.com

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Salary : $120,000 - $150,000

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