Job Description
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The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining comprehensive environmental health and safety programs that support a safe compliant and sustainability-focused workplace. This role drives safety performance ensures regulatory alignment and strengthens a culture of accountability across all levels of the organization.
In addition to overseeing core EHS functions this position plays a critical role in advancing environmental sustainability initiatives. Responsibilities include reducing environmental impact improving resource efficiency and supporting operational strategies that align with renewable-energy and clean-manufacturing goals. Working closely with cross-functional teams the EHS Manager will lead efforts that enhance environmental performance across manufacturing operations.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Environmental Management
- Monitor and ensure compliance with local state federal and international environmental regulations and standards. Maintain accurate documentation and reporting aligned with environmental management practices.
- Support the facilitys requirements under Integrated Management Systems related to ISO 45001 (Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental) ensuring ongoing adherence and continuous improvement.
- Develop implement and maintain procedures that reduce environmental impact and support long-term sustainability goals.
- Design and manage waste-reduction recycling and resource-efficiency programs.
- Partner with production teams to optimize material use and minimize waste.
- Conduct environmental impact assessments for new projects and provide recommendations for sustainable solutions.
- Integrate environmental considerations into operational and strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with engineering teams on renewable-energy integration opportunities and energy-efficiency improvements.
- Lead initiatives that reduce the facilitys overall carbon footprint.
Health & Safety Management
- Develop and implement health and safety policies procedures and guidelines in compliance with local state and federal regulations.
- Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement preventive measures.
- Lead incident investigations determine root causes and implement corrective actions that address systemic contributors.
- Ensure safety protocols are embedded into daily operations through strong partnerships with department leaders.
- Deliver safety training and coach employees on safe work practices. Maintain accurate records of training incidents and safety-related activities.
- Monitor regulatory updates and industry best practices to maintain continuous compliance and improvement.
- Coordinate programs such as emergency response first aid and ergonomic assessments.
- Serve as a point of contact for safety inquiries and concerns ensuring timely resolution and employee engagement.
- Foster a strong safety culture and support employee participation in safety committees and improvement initiatives.
- Participate in environmental and sustainability working groups contributing to team-driven initiatives.
- Lead mentor and develop a team of EHS professionals encouraging diverse perspectives and professional growth.
Qualifications:
Skills & Traits
- Strong understanding of environmental regulations sustainability principles and best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage environmental projects from planning through execution.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing sustainability outcomes.
- Clear effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Deep knowledge of health and safety regulations and industry standards.
- Strong analytical investigative and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proven ability to conduct training drive safety awareness and lead cultural change.
- Effective leadership decision-making and team-development skills.
- Detail-oriented results-driven and committed to maintaining a safe and compliant environment.
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Occupational Health & Safety Environmental Science Industrial Hygiene Business Administration Public Health or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum 7 years of EHS management experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Experience supporting or maintaining Integrated Management Systems aligned with ISO 9001 ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
- Familiarity with environmental regulations and demonstrated success implementing sustainable practices.
- Experience developing modeling and leading Human Performance Improvement initiatives is preferred.
- Experience in solar clean-energy or related manufacturing environments is preferred.
Pay: $80000-$115000
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