EHS Manager

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.