Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager at Gpac Nashville, TN

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager job at Gpac. Nashville, TN. Job Summary: The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies. This role drives a proactive safety culture, minimizes environmental impact, and ensures a safe, healthy workplace for employees, contractors, and visitors. The EHS Manager partners with leadership and employees to continuously improve safety performance and environmental stewardship. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local/state regulations Lead workplace safety initiatives, risk assessments, and hazard mitigation activities Promote a culture of safety through training, communication, and employee engagement Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations; lead root cause analysis and corrective actions Manage environmental compliance programs, including waste management, air emissions, water discharge, and chemical handling Maintain required EHS documentation, permits, and reporting Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses) and environmental KPIs Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and inspections Support ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and occupational health initiatives Collaborate with Operations and Engineering on new equipment, process changes, and facility expansions Lead emergency response planning, drills, and incident preparedness Manage EHS budgets and external vendors/consultants Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field 5+ years of EHS experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations Experience conducting safety training and leading investigations Proven ability to drive safety culture and continuous improvement Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills Preferred Qualifications Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM Experience in machinery, heavy manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, or similar industries Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 systems Multi-site EHS responsibility experience Key Competencies Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment & Mitigation Safety Leadership & Culture Building Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis Environmental Stewardship Cross-Functional Collaboration Work Environment This position operates primarily in a manufacturing plant environment with regular exposure to industrial operations. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clough AMEC.