EHS & Continuous Improvement Supervisor
About the role
The EHS, Continuous Improvement (CI) & Production Planner plays a vital role in fostering a safe, efficient, and high-performing work environment. This position is responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives, driving continuous improvement efforts, and developing effective production plans that meet customer demand while upholding quality and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Lead and promote a strong safety culture across all shifts and departments
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements
Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and training programs
Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and Gemba walks
Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Maintain SDS compliance and hazard communication programs
Track and report safety KPIs (recordables, near misses, safety observations)
Cook up emergency response plans, drills, and safety committees
Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Visual Management, Heijunka)
Identify process inefficiencies and lead improvement projects to increase productivity and reduce waste
Facilitate root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, A3 problem solving) for quality and operational issues
Partner with cross-functional teams to improve quality, delivery, and cost performance
Develop and maintain KPIs and dashboards to monitor performance
Lead training and coaching for supervisors and operators on CI tools and methodologies
Support cost reduction initiatives (scrap reduction, labor efficiency, process optimization)
Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability
Ensure on-time delivery performance (standard and rush orders)
Coordinate with Purchasing, Prepress, and Manufacturing to align supply and demand
Monitor WIP levels, inventory turns, and Kanban systems
Adjust schedules in real-time to address machine downtime, labor constraints, or priority changes
Analyze capacity and recommend improvements to meet forecasted demand
Support planning for peak periods and contingency planning
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field (preferred)
3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, EHS, CI, or production planning
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety systems
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Effective communication and leadership skills
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Safety Leadership & Accountability
Data-Driven Decision Making
Process Optimization & Lean Thinking
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
Time Management & Prioritization
Work Environment
Physical Requirements
Benefits
Core Benefits: Health, dental, and vision offered at reduced rates.
Life insurance and short-term disability insurance covered at 100%
Voluntary benefits include accident & critical illness, long-term disability, identity theft insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave: Paid parental leave for employees who qualify for FMLA
401(k): Company matches 100% of the first 1% of your pay, and 50% of the next 5%
Annual Bonus: Eligible for an annual bonus, which is discretionary and based on company performance.
Pay
$75,000 - $95,000 annually
Schedule
100% on-site position, no hybrid or remote work available