EHS Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a EHS Manager to support health, safety, and environmental programs within a manufacturing setting in Le Sueur, Minnesota. This position plays a key role in strengthening workplace safety practices, maintaining regulatory compliance, and partnering with leaders across the operation to reduce risk. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in safety program management, employee training, and incident prevention while helping build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Champion workplace health, safety, and environmental initiatives that promote a prevention-focused culture across the facility.

• Guide and support a safety team member through regular coaching, development, and performance management.

• Work closely with operations, production, and maintenance leaders to embed safe work practices into daily activities.

• Oversee audits, inspections, and follow-up actions to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Create and deliver training programs that improve employee understanding of safety procedures, hazard awareness, and required standards.

• Direct investigations into incidents and near misses, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.

• Review injury trends, workers' compensation information, and safety metrics to recommend practical risk-reduction strategies.

• Coordinate emergency preparedness efforts, including response planning, drills, and team readiness for workplace incidents.

• Maintain required records, regulatory documentation, and performance reports for leadership review and continuous improvement planning.

• Associate degree in safety, environmental health, occupational safety, industrial technology, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of safety leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, compliance programs, audits, investigations, and safety training practices.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence teams at multiple organizational levels.
• Experience analyzing incidents and applying corrective actions to improve workplace safety outcomes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Bachelor's degree, safety certification with strong attention to detail, or environmental compliance experience is preferred.