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EHS Manager

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New Bern, NC

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SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Strategy, Capital Project, Change Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Emergency Planning, Emergency Response, English Language, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, Environmental Management, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Federal Laws and Regulations, Industrial Hygiene, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Metrics, Multilingual, OSHA, Operational Support, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Six Sigma Green Belt, Spanish Language, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Waste Management
LOCATION
New Bern, NC
POSTED
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Job Description

EHS Manager - Manufacturing Environment
Position Overview

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for leading all site-level environmental,health, and safety functions within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with plant leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize risk, and drive a proactive, safety-first culture across the facility.

The position operates within a broader manufacturing leadership structure and plays a critical role in aligning site-level safety strategy with enterprise initiatives, while supporting operational performance and continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and implement comprehensive EHS programs to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for environmental and safety compliance, providing guidance across all levels of the organization
  • Manage all environmental permitting and regulatory reporting requirements (air, stormwater, wastewater, waste management, etc.)
  • Develop and monitor KPIs and metrics to proactively identify risks and drive continuous improvement
  • Partner with plant leadership to embed safety into all operational processes and decision-making
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to reduce hazards and improve site safety performance
  • Analyze incident and safety data to identify trends, root causes, and corrective actions
  • Lead incident investigations and ensure timely, effective resolution to prevent recurrence
  • Develop and deliver training programs to ensure workforce understanding of safety procedures and compliance requirements
  • Maintain relationships with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, local authorities, etc.)
  • Oversee contractor safety programs and ensure adherence to site safety standards
  • Support capital and operational projects to ensure safety and environmental requirements are met
  • Develop and implement emergency response plans, including drills and site readiness
  • Drive employee engagement in safety initiatives and foster a culture of accountability
Leadership Expectations
  • Champion a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization
  • Lead through influence in a cross-functional environment
  • Drive change management initiatives related to EHS programs and policies
  • Balance compliance requirements with operational efficiency
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related technical discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulatory frameworks
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional certification (CSP, CIH, or similar)
  • Experience managing environmental permits and regulatory reporting
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making ability
  • Demonstrated success implementing EHS programs in a plant environment
  • Experience with safety management systems and reporting tools
  • Lean or Six Sigma training (Green Belt or higher preferred)
  • Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) a plus
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Self-starter who can operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communicator able to engage both leadership and frontline employees
  • Proven ability to influence without direct authority
  • Strategic thinker who can translate data into actionable improvements
  • Resilient and adaptable in changing business conditions
Opportunity Highlights
  • High-impact site leadership role within a manufacturing environment
  • Opportunity to shape and elevate safety culture at the plant level
  • Exposure to both operational leadership and broader organizational strategy
  • Strong platform for career growth within a multi-site environment

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