Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB SUMMARY

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining the Environmental, Health, and Safety programs within Brenntag’s North American lubricant market. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state environmental agencies, while driving a proactive safety culture across warehouse operations, transportation, product handling, and blending/packaging activities. The EHS Manager serves as a Brenntag subject matter expert for risk reduction, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Regulatory Compliance Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and applicable state and local regulations. Maintain required permits (air, stormwater, SPCC, waste) and complete submissions such as Tier II, TRI, and hazardous waste reports. Oversee chemical management, SDS library, product stewardship, and hazard communication programs. Safety Program Leadership Lead the occupational safety programs: LOTO, confined space, hot work, machine guarding, fall protection, and industrial hygiene. Conduct and document incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions. Perform routine site inspections and safety audits; track findings through resolution. Facilitate monthly safety calls, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives. Environmental Management Manage hazardous waste storage, labeling, disposal, and vendor relationships. Oversee spill prevention, control, and reporting, including SPCC plan implementation. Monitor storage and handling of lubricants, additives, bulk tanks, totes, and drums for compliance with environmental standards. Training & Development Develop and deliver EHS training across the organization, including new-hire onboarding. Ensure DOT training for drivers/warehouse staff (HM-126F, HazMat, security awareness). Maintain training records and verify competency documentation. Emergency Preparedness Lead site emergency response planning, drills, and coordination with local authorities. Maintain emergency equipment: fire suppression, alarms, spill kits, eyewash/showers. Risk Management & Continuous Improvement Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments for all departments. Drive continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing incidents, exposures, and environmental impact. Support corporate EHS initiatives, KPIs, and compliance audits.

IDEAL PROFILE

Professional certifications (CHMM, ASP, CSP, CET, or equivalent). Experience in chemical handling, bulk liquid storage, and flammable liquid management. Familiarity with ISO 9001/14001 or Responsible Distribution programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience. 3–5+ years of EHS experience in chemical, lubricant, or industrial distribution/manufacturing. Strong knowledge of OSHA 1910, DOT HazMat requirements, and EPA hazardous waste regulations (RCRA). Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis tools, and corrective action management. Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills. Valid passport. Salary: $125,000-$130,000

OUR OFFER

We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential. Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers. Paid parental leave. Education assistance program. Employee assistance program. Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k). Brenntag and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to any category protected by federal, state, or local law, including as applicable, applicant’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical condition), genetic information, military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee organization, parental status, expunged juvenile record, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Brenntag will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io (phone, tty, fax, email, etc.). Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E-Verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to or view the poster at #J-18808-Ljbffr Brenntag