EHS Manager

About the role

The EHS Manager is responsible for the overall Environmental Health and Safety analysis and adherence for the organization, which includes four locations, containing a mix of office and manufacturing facilities. Reporting to the VP of Operations & Supply Chain, this individual will plan, direct, implement and manage JSA programs, protocols and procedures that ensure and promote a positive, safe, healthy, and incident-free work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inform leaders and provide direction to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local EHS regulations (e.g., EPA, OSHA, DoT, MPCA).
• Govern internal process audits and represent the organization during regulatory agency interactions.
• Conduct Job Safety Analyses and risk assessments to identify hazards, determine root causes, and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• Coach leadership and employees at all levels on EHS expectations and safe work practices.
• Investigate injuries, near-misses, and other incidents.
• Implement and verify corrective and preventive actions.
• Respond to employee safety concerns, risk mitigation ideas, and ergonomic issues in support of a proactive safety culture.
• Work closely with Hazardous Waste coordinators to maintain a compliance calendar, prepare reports and permits, and conduct site audits of TSDFs.
• Ensure proper handling and documentation of SDS/MSDS and related environmental protocols.
• Develop and implement industrial hygiene monitoring plans.
• Serve as Radiation Safety Officer in accordance with ALARA standards, ensuring compliance with radiation safety regulations and best practices.
• Develop, deliver, and update EHS training programs, including new employee orientation.
• Maintain accurate safety training records, certifications, injury reports, and other documentation as required by regulations.
• Lead the Safety Committee in setting objectives, driving initiatives, and supporting a culture of safety throughout the organization.
• Maintain and submit all EHS documentation and reports in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines and internal policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in alignment with the EHS Strategic Plan and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Environmental Health, Safety, Industrial Science, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of EHS experience working with technical specialty, applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines in coherence with chemical and hazardous waste management, manufacturing safety and ergonomics, and first responder protocols.
• Experience managing EHS protocols within a manufacturing environment that includes chemical plating, metal finishing, or high-density chemical processing lines is strongly preferred.
• 2+ years project lead/project management experience.
• 2+ years training (trainer) experience.
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 systems preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and harbor positive changes.
• Computer skills commensurate with job requirements (Microsoft office suite, data management, EHS/JSA monitoring software, cloud-based systems, networking, email, etc.).
• Exceptional organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Familiarity, and experience with 5S methodology.
• Must be entrusted with confidential information.
• Able to perform tasks requiring moderate manual dexterity.
• Professional certification in one or more EHS specialties (CIH, CHMM, CSP, CBSP, CHP, etc.) is highly preferred.
• CPR Certification.
• Further professional certification or licenses may be required by regulation.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Pay

We offer a competitive base salary in the $97,000 to $130,000 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities tied to performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Health savings account with company match.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard.
• Access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most.
• Generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.