EHS Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION Date issued: June 18, 2026


Position Title:
EHS Manager


Employment Classification:
Salaried, Exempt



Location:
Atchison, Kansas; St. Joseph, MO


Department:
FOH - Foundry


Reports to:
Vice President Operations - ASJ



ROLE PURPOSE & CONTRIBUTION



The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at Vulcan Metals' Atchison/St. Joseph site. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while driving a strong safety culture, minimizing workplace risks, and supporting environmental stewardship. The EHS Manager partners with site leadership to create a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for all employees and contractors.


ELIGIBILITY TO PERFORM THE ROLE:



Employment eligibility requires U.S. person status under ITAR regulations, including U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or other protected individuals due to export control requirements.

PRINCIPAL OUTCOMES / ACCOUNTABILITIES
Safety and Quality

• All roles in Vulcan Metals Corporation are required to have a focus on quality compliance by conducting quality observations, reporting any adverse observations or conditions (inadvertent or malicious) and to strive for a culture that prevents quality compliance violations occurring.

Functional Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Kansas and Missouri State safety regulations.
• Coach and assist the operational team leaders in conducting site inspections, incident reporting and investigations, hazard assessments, and implementing corrective actions.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Maintain compliance with EPA, state, and local environmental requirements.
• Oversee air, water, and waste permits, monitoring, and reporting.
• Manage records and interactions with environmental regulatory agencies.
• Develop, maintain, and improve site EHS policies, procedures, and systems.
• Deliver training to employees and supervisors on safety practices, hazard recognition, and environmental responsibilities.
• Provide coaching and support to leaders to reinforce accountability and continuous improvement.
• Champion a "safety-first" culture focused on prevention and risk reduction.
• Promote employee involvement in EHS programs through communication, recognition, and participation in safety committees.
• Serve as a visible leader and role model in safety and environmental stewardship.
• Oversee the Site Security Department, including management of a 3rd-party contractor.
• Ensure 168-hour weekly coverage across two site locations totaling 16 acres and 14 buildings.
• Coordinate security operations, contractor performance, and site access control.
• Partner with leadership to ensure site security programs align with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Success Measures

• Zero citations or fines from OSHA, EPA, or state agencies.
• Reduction in recordable and maintain zero lost-time incidents, timely completion of incident investigations and corrective actions.
• 100% completion of required EHS training for employees and contractors; positive feedback on training relevance and impact.
• Internal and external audits demonstrate compliance with Vulcan policies and regulatory standards.
• High participation in safety programs, committees, and hazard reporting; measurable improvement in safety culture survey results.
• EHS programs are integrated into daily operations with visible leadership support and accountability at all levels.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of EHS management experience in manufacturing, foundry, or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and Kansas and Missouri State regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience with incident investigations, audits, and compliance programs.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Skills, Knowledge and Work Environment:

• Office setting within a foundry facility; occasional visits to production areas required
• Exposure to industrial equipment and processes; appropriate PPE provided as needed.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to drive cultural change and build accountability.
• Solid understanding of EHS regulations, systems, and risk management.
• Works effectively with employees, supervisors, regulators, and external stakeholders.