EHS Manager

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Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follows and implements duties including those specified under the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and the Michigan Occupational Safety & Health Administration (MIOSHA).

Develop short- and long-term EHS strategies that align with regulatory requirements and corporate objectives, ensuring the Division meets future needs and growth opportunities.

Lead, manage, and mentor a team of direct reports, providing direction, support, and professional development to ensure team performance and alignment with organizational goals.

Manage health, safety, and environmental programs, ensuring compliance with new and existing regulations. Provide necessary training in accordance with legal and company requirements.

Ensure compliance with safety policies. Provide feedback to management on safety performance indicators.

Develop and manage the EHS department budget, including materials, equipment, and travel, ensuring alignment with financial plans.

Lead the Joint Health & Safety Committee and Ergonomics program, addressing safety concerns raised by employees or management. Respond to and amend safety violations and hazards.

Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring and report results to maintain a safe work environment.

Assist in managing the Divisions Workers Compensation program, reviewing incident reports, investigating accidents, and maintaining injury/incident records.

Maintain the Division's ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, ensuring compliance through internal audits and third-party surveillance audits.

Manage regulatory air and water permits, hazardous waste programs, and pollution prevention efforts. Prepare and file environmental reports (e.g., Tier II, SARA Title III, MAERS).

Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and EHS program managers, ensuring consistent communication and compliance with regulations.

Provide regular updates on safety, environmental, and ergonomic programs. Track and analyze safety data to inform continuous improvement.

Promptly respond to safety hazards, defects, or non-compliance issues. Lead incident investigations and corrective action planning.

Support sustainability and energy initiatives, contributing to corporate goals and special projects.

Perform other related duties as assigned by management to support overall EHS objectives.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Certified Safety Professional certification (CSP), or equivalent professional certification.

Successful completion of OSHA 10- or 30-hour training course.

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in health and safety program management in a highly automated, 3-shift production operation.

Experience managing direct reports is preferred.

English proficiency is required, bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex programs.

Expertise in occupational safety and environmental engineering, with knowledge of relevant governmental regulations (OSHA, MIOSHA, CFR).

Budget management experience, with a proven ability to plan and control departmental expenses.

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