Area Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (Fountain Inn, SC)

  Work Location Type:  Onsite

Req Number 333559

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $80,900.00 – $134,900.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15 % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

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Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above. 

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

Position Details

The Area Manager, Environmental Health & Safety implements and manages environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs for distribution facilities, branches, and offices in the specified territory in compliance with EHS legal requirements and the company's standards. You will help train and educate team members on EHS requirements and practices and provides EHS subject matter expertise support to the supply chain leaders and team members. You will report to a Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety for the region and will collaborate with other EHS area managers across the company. This is an onsite position requiring presence Monday through Friday at our Fountain Inn, South Carolina Distribution Center.

You Will

• Develops, implements, and leads EHS programs to ensure regulatory compliance and prevent/reduce overall incidents and costs.
• Performs frequent site safety audits to identify and mitigate EHS risks and injuries.
• Promotes a strong culture of EHS excellence and continuous improvement, develops and delivers effective EHS training, and provides guidance to supply chain leaders and team members.
• Manages complex and cross-functional EHS improvement initiatives across the supply chain network.
• Audits workplace and team member behaviors to ensure training, auditing, and scoring methods are accurate and consistent.
• Analyzes safety data to identify trends, recommends corrective actions, drives continuous improvement, and refines EHS processes--establishing and reporting on site-level EHS performance metrics.
• Supports EHS incident investigations, identifies root causes, ensures corrective actions are taken, and provides frequent status updates to supply chain partners and EHS leadership.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree Field specific to safety or equivalent related experience.
• 5+ years EHS experience in distribution or manufacturing organizations.
• Technical skills related to safety matters. (Intermediate proficiency).
• Ability to work with safety related databases and software. (Intermediate proficiency).
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, ISO standards, and other EHS management systems. (Advanced proficiency).
• Ability to effectively communicate, negotiate, and influence strategy concerning EHS matters. (Intermediate proficiency).
• Skills in relationship development, collaboration, and enhancing EHS engagement.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Or CIH or equivalent professional certification preferred.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.