Job Title: EHS Manager

Job Description

The EHS Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of Environmental, Health, and Safety systems to ensure regulatory compliance and to promote a safe and sustainable workplace. This role is pivotal in achieving continual improvement towards an accident-free and healthy environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide EHS advice to site management, production leaders, and employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Facilitate the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Manage all aspects of the workers' compensation program, including conducting quarterly claims reviews, managing light duty and return to work programs, and communicating with healthcare providers and insurance companies.
• Coordinate the investigation of accidents and incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain accurate statistics and reports on work-related injuries to identify trends requiring corrective action.
• Conduct and document regular EHS audits of the facility to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor, revise, and implement updates in environmental and safety regulations and reporting requirements.
• Review new machinery, equipment, and plant layout changes to ensure a proactive EHS approach.
• Monitor occupational health and industrial hygiene activities, including annual audiograms and noise level monitoring.
• Maintain the hearing conservation program.
• Organize ergonomic assessments and job hazard analysis for all areas.
• Create, implement, and maintain safety procedures.
• Plan, develop, and implement safety training for new and existing employees.
• Coordinate the establishment and maintenance of the plant's first responders, fire safety program, combustible dust program, and evacuation plans.
• Coordinate the evaluation and certification of all powered mobile equipment operators.
• Stay updated on the latest safety procedures and equipment by attending relevant seminars and participating in related organizations.
• Ensure availability of appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conduct inspections, and provide advice for compliance regulations.
• Review and file all EHS regulatory reports (TDEC/EPA/DOT/OSHA).
• Stop operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
• Conduct hourly employee and management safety meetings.
• Manage the Near Miss and Safety Suggestion Program.
• Establish, implement, maintain, and review the Environmental system per ISO14001 requirements.
• Manage waste stream evaluation and management.
• Oversee the SPCC Plan and perform as the Spill Coordinator.
• Act as a liaison between the organization and regulators.
• Perform other duties as required.

Essential Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of OSHA standards, Workers Compensation, and safety/environmental practices.
• At least five years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing facility.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• ISO14001 experience is preferred.
• DOT/RCRA certification is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time efficiently across multiple projects.
• Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Work Environment

The role is situated in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. The organization promotes a family-oriented culture with a focus on teamwork and flexibility, offering a healthy work-life balance with typically 40-45 hours per week. Competitive benefits include a 401k plan, PTO, and affordable health insurance. Employees are provided with uniforms and free laundry services.