EHS Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Drive safety excellence in Lancaster, OH with Porta Kleen—lead OSHA compliance, deliver safety training, and empower teams to work safer. Build accountability, reduce risk, and elevate standards across every job site. #INDPKIS

We’re looking for a dependable EHS Manager to lead safety strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a proactive safety culture across MPW operations. In this role, you'll partner with operational leaders to reduce risk, strengthen accountability, and support safe, compliant work environments across multiple job sites.

What You'll Bring

• Safety Leadership – Inspire a strong safety culture by coaching leaders, influencing teams, and reinforcing accountability at every level.
• Regulatory Knowledge – Apply a thorough understanding of OSHA standards and environmental health regulations across industrial and field operations.
• Effective Communication – Deliver engaging safety training, communicate expectations clearly, and build strong working relationships across diverse teams.
• Analytical Thinking – Evaluate risks, identify trends, investigate incidents, and implement practical solutions that improve safety performance.

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs, policies, and procedures across company operations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Lead safety orientation and ongoing training programs for employees, supervisors, and new hires.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, training records, certifications, and compliance reports.
• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and field observations to identify workplace hazards.
• Recommend, assign, and monitor corrective actions to ensure timely hazard resolution.
• Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses to determine root causes and identify preventive measures.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce future risk and improve operational safety.
• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and committee discussions to promote engagement and accountability.
• Monitor key safety performance indicators and provide regular reporting to leadership.
• Partner with operations management to integrate safety expectations into daily work activities.
• Supervise and mentor safety personnel by providing coaching, guidance, and performance support.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and enhance the overall safety culture.

What You'll Need

• Associate degree required; bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification (General Industry or Construction) required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Minimum of three years of safety experience, including at least two years in a leadership role.
• Ability to travel between multiple job sites and work in active industrial and outdoor environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–10+ hour shifts) across job sites and uneven terrain.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and safely navigate confined or restricted spaces as required.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical movements including bending, kneeling, reaching, and crouching.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work in environments with exposure to weather, industrial noise, and other job-site conditions.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary with opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and floating holidays
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to give back to your community
• Employee referral bonus program
• Wellness benefits that support your overall health and well-being
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and leadership growth
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Stable company with long-term career opportunities

Who Thrives Here

You enjoy meaningful work and take pride in contributing to a team that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. You communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and look for ways to enhance processes and service. You understand that success comes from accountability, teamwork, and doing the right thing for customers and colleagues.

You’ll fit right in if you are:

• Motivated by purpose, service, and delivering results
• Organized, dependable, and committed to high-quality work
• A strong communicator who builds positive working relationships
• Proactive and solution-oriented
• Adaptable and open to learning and growth
• Someone who values respect, teamwork, and professionalism

We believe a strong workplace is built on trust, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence—where every team member plays a role in delivering a premier service experience.