EHS Manager

We are seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead and continuously improve our Environmental, Health, and Safety programs while fostering a culture where safety is embedded in daily operations.

In this role, you will partner closely with Production, Human Resources, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to identify risks, implement preventive solutions, and strengthen safety systems that support employee well-being, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can influence others, drive positive cultural change, and build sustainable programs that reduce risk and prevent incidents.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, procedures, and training.

• Champion a culture of safety through employee engagement, coaching, accountability, and recognition.

• Conduct safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and hazard identification activities.

• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

• Analyze safety metrics and trends to identify risks and drive continuous improvement.

• Develop and deliver safety training, including LOTO, confined space, hot work, PPE, chemical safety, and equipment operation.

• Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Human Resources to integrate safety into daily operations and improvement initiatives.

• Monitor compliance requirements, maintain safety documentation, and oversee PPE and safety equipment programs.

• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections, insurance audits, and external safety assessments.

• Lead, coach, and develop Safety Team members while fostering accountability and professional growth.

What You'll Bring

• Strong knowledge of workplace safety principles, OSHA regulations, risk management practices, and manufacturing environments.

• Proven ability to build and sustain a strong safety culture focused on prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.

• Demonstrated ability to build credibility, foster collaboration, and drive positive safety outcomes across all levels of the organization.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, including root cause analysis.

• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive solutions.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated success partnering across departments to achieve safety and operational objectives.

Education | Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work history will be considered.

• Five (5) or more years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, construction, or related environments.

• Experience in heavy manufacturing, steel fabrication, or similar industrial operations.

• Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervising, coaching, mentoring, or leading teams and safety initiatives.

• Proven success developing and improving safety programs, conducting training, audits, inspections, and incident investigations.

• Ability to leverage safety metrics and leading indicators to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.

• OSHA 30 certification required or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional safety certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, or similar credentials.

• First Aid/CPR Instructor certification.

• Experience supporting multi-site operations or high-growth manufacturing environments.