Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers. Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you’ll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development. We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.  Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You. We hope you’ll consider joining our team. Position Summary:The Manager, Environmental, Health, and Safety is responsible for leading the enterprise Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program across a global manufacturing organization with more than 20 locations with manufacturing, processing, assembly and distribution activities. This role provides strategic direction, governance, and oversight to a team of EHS supervisors and professionals while partnering with site leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, risk reduction, injury prevention, and the development of a strong safety culture. The Manager, EHS also establishes corporate standards, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures alignment with company objectives related to employee safety and environmental stewardship.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Safety Strategy & LeadershipDevelop and execute the corporate EHS strategy, roadmap, and annual objectives aligned with organizational goals. Lead, coach, and develop a team of EHS supervisors and professionals responsible for site-level EHS execution. Partner with Corporate Communications to develop and drive a corporate safety communications strategy that is built on data trends and advancement of the safety culture.Establish enterprise-wide EHS standards, policies, procedures, and management systems. Drive a culture of safety ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement across all locations. Partner with legal, serve as a corporate subject matter expert on occupational safety and environmental compliance matters. Risk Management & Injury PreventionLead enterprise efforts to identify, assess, and reduce workplace hazards and operational risks. Oversee risk assessment programs, machine safety initiatives, ergonomic improvements, and injury prevention strategies. Ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented following incidents, audits, and risk assessments. Analyze injury, illness, and near-miss trends to identify systemic improvement opportunities. Champion initiatives that advance the organization toward world-class safety performance with the ultimate goal of zero injuries. Environmental Compliance & Sustainability SupportPartner with sustainability leaders to support environmental stewardship initiatives and corporate sustainability goals. Collect and report key environmental, energy and sustainability data for the enterprise.Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, permits, and reporting requirements. Oversee environmental programs including waste management, air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, and chemical management. Monitor emerging regulations and assess business impacts. Regulatory Compliance & GovernanceEnsure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable international EHS regulations and standards. Maintain corporate EHS policies, procedures, and management systems. Lead internal compliance reviews, audits, and management system assessments. Coordinate responses to regulatory inspections, audits, notices, and corrective actions. Track and communicate EHS performance metrics to executive leadership. Operational Support & Continuous ImprovementPartner with manufacturing, engineering, quality, maintenance, and human resources leaders to integrate EHS principles into daily operations. Support facility expansions, capital projects, process changes, and new equipment installations through EHS reviews and risk assessments. Drive standardization and sharing of best practices across sites. Lead enterprise EHS improvement projects focused on risk reduction, compliance, and operational efficiency. Training & Culture DevelopmentEstablish enterprise EHS training requirements and competency development programs. Promote employee engagement through safety observations, leadership involvement, and communication initiatives. Foster a culture where safety is a core value and integral part of operational decision-making.Approximate # of direct reports – 4 EHS SupervisorsEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:Required:Education: BS in engineering, business or related fieldExperience: 10+ years of relevant experience in professional manufacturing position. 5+ years of supervisory experience. Skills/Knowledge: Ability to handle complex problems and multiple projects. Ability to analyze risk and make sound business decisions. Excellent organizational abilities and prioritization processes. Must have demonstrated problem solving abilities. Requires strong oral and written communication skills. Must have basic computer skills. A strong understanding and working knowledge of manufacturing operations is required. Preferred:Knowledge/Skills:Specialized skill in the following areas is beneficial: OSHA safety practices, behavior-based safety programs, EPA and local environmental regulations, Emergency contingency planning, Sustainability, Budget managementCritical Competencies:InfluenceManaging complexityCollaborationDecision qualityEffective communicationDeveloping OthersWorking Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.#LI-AS1Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.  To apply: 1. Click ‘Apply Now’ to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview. Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You. Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.  This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.  #LI-LK1Job SummaryJob number: 14364Profession: Engineering, Continuous Improvement & Quality