The posting
Job Overview:
The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining environmental, health, and safety programs that ensure regulatory compliance and support a safe, healthy, and productive work environment across multiple manufacturing locations. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for EHS initiatives, partnering closely with site leadership to drive a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement in EHS performance.
The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in chemical safety, high-voltage electrical safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management while fostering employee engagement and accountability in all aspects of workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
Duties & Responsibilities:
EHS Program Leadership
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and programs across multiple manufacturing facilities.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Establish EHS objectives, metrics, and performance indicators aligned with organizational goals.
- Partner with site leadership teams to drive a culture of safety excellence and operational accountability.
Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance
- Lead risk assessments, safety audits, and workplace inspections to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
- Manage incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action programs to prevent recurrence.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Monitor regulatory changes and implement updated compliance strategies as needed.
Chemical Safety & Environmental Management
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert for chemical safety and hazardous material management.
- Oversee chemical inventory programs, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management, storage requirements, and spill prevention initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with environmental permitting, waste management, and hazardous materials regulations.
- Lead emergency preparedness and response efforts related to chemical handling and environmental incidents.
Electrical Safety Leadership
- Provide leadership for high-voltage electrical safety programs across all assigned sites.
- Oversee arc flash assessments, electrical hazard analyses, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E requirements and industry best practices.
- Partner with Engineering and Maintenance teams to reduce electrical safety risks and strengthen workplace protections.
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) & Occupational Safety Programs
- Lead comprehensive lockout/tagout risk assessments and procedure development.
- Audit LOTO programs for effectiveness, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and implement safety initiatives focused on injury prevention and hazard reduction.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts that support a zero-incident safety culture.
Training, Coaching & Employee Development
- Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, supervisors, and site leadership.
- Provide coaching and technical guidance on chemical safety, electrical safety, emergency response, and regulatory compliance.
- Promote employee engagement through safety committees, awareness campaigns, and behavioral safety initiatives.
- Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning.
Reporting & Performance Management
- Track, analyze, and communicate EHS performance metrics and trends.
- Prepare reports and presentations for leadership regarding compliance activities, incident trends, risk assessments, and improvement initiatives.
- Develop action plans to address identified opportunities and ensure achievement of EHS objectives.
- Support internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
Qualifications & Skills:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
Experience
- Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible Environmental, Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing EHS programs.
- Experience supporting chemical manufacturing, industrial processing, electronics manufacturing, capacitor manufacturing, or other highly regulated industrial environments preferred.
- Proven track record of implementing safety programs that drive measurable improvements in compliance and safety performance.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA 70E, and related regulatory requirements.
- Expertise in chemical management, hazardous materials handling, emergency response, and environmental compliance.
- Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation.
- Thorough understanding of electrical safety programs, arc flash analysis, and lockout/tagout requirements.
- Proficiency with EHS reporting systems, data analysis, and performance metrics.
Certifications
One or more of the following certifications is strongly preferred:
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST)
- HAZWOPER Certification
- Additional environmental or industrial safety certifications preferred
Leadership Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities.
- Strategic thinking coupled with strong operational execution.
- Analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- A proactive, results-oriented approach to risk management and continuous improvement.
- High levels of integrity, accountability, and professional judgment.
- Commitment to fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and employee engagement.
