Environmental, Health, & Safety Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a proactive safety culture by identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across all operations, including manufacturing processes, equipment, and materials
• Lead formal risk assessments and continuously update them to reflect operational changes and evolving standards
• Investigate all incidents—including near misses and workers’ compensation cases—ensuring thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective actions
• Lead the development and enhancement of Critical Safety Foundations and SIF programs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all federal, state, and local regulations
• Oversee environmental reporting and maintain accurate documentation and EHS records
• Manage Safety Data Sheet (SDS) systems and ensure proper accessibility and compliance
• Deliver impactful training on EHS awareness, emergency response, evacuation, and safe work practices
• Ensure 100% completion of training programs and verified competency across the workforce
• Coach and mentor employees and leaders, reinforcing accountability and empowering individuals to stop unsafe work
• Champion the Safety Committee and support cross-functional engagement
• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute EHS action plans aligned to strategic goals
• Participate in Lean initiatives such as Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma to integrate safety into operational excellence
• Drive ergonomics and wellness programs to reduce injuries and enhance employee well-being
• Support product innovation by evaluating EHS risks in collaboration with Product Stewardship teams
• Maintain a visible leadership presence on the floor to reinforce safe behaviors
• Communicate EHS metrics, trends, and insights using dashboards and reporting tools
• Influence and engage stakeholders across all levels to drive accountability and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field; 5+ years of EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (hands-on floor presence required)
• Preferred: ASP or CSP certification; OSHA 500 series training
• Experience & Expertise: Proven success implementing and managing EHS programs in manufacturing environments; strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state regulations; experience driving compliance programs and influencing behavioral change

Work Environment

• This is a full-time, onsite role based at a manufacturing facility, working Monday–Friday. Occasional domestic travel (up to 10%) may be required.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC).

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.