EHS Manager

Position: EHS Manager Direct Reports: Individual contributor Reports To: Plant Manager Salary Range: $125k to $145k Bonus: 15% annual bonus Relocation: Yes Job Responsibilities Lead and manage all site Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) programs to drive continuous improvement and reduce Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR). Ensure all required HSE training programs are current, effective, and completed on schedule. Oversee weekly, monthly, and annual HSE inspections, audits, and compliance activities. Maintain all required environmental permits, certifications, and regulatory documentation. Partner with department leaders to achieve key HSE performance indicators (KPIs), including training completion, inspections, safety observations, and compliance initiatives. Support business objectives by ensuring corporate HSE policies, directives, and initiatives are successfully implemented at the site level. Develop and execute annual HSE objectives and continuous improvement plans in collaboration with site leadership and the Regional HSE Manager. Implement new or revised HSE policies and regulatory requirements while ensuring effective communication and adoption throughout the facility. Lead the site’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and drive environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives. Assess HSE training needs, develop training resources, and deliver engaging training sessions for employees and leadership. Lead or support investigations of workplace incidents, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. Partner with Human Resources to manage Workers’ Compensation claims and support return-to-work efforts while minimizing lost or restricted workdays. Foster a positive safety culture by coaching leaders, promoting employee engagement, and encouraging accountability at every level of the organization. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field. 5 + years of HSE experience in a manufacturing environment required. Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, or Chemical industry experience preferred. Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations. Experience with ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems. Working knowledge of industry standards including NFPA and ANSI. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. A hands‑on leadership style with the ability to prioritize competing demands, work under pressure, and drive results in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr