EHS MANAGER

Who you are: The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the safety programs and policies at our chemicals manufacturing facility. The role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations, promotes a culture of safety among employees, and minimizes risk of accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents.What you do:Develop, execute, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, and training programs tailored to chemical manufacturing processes.Process Safety Management ComplianceEnsure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations. Prepare and maintain necessary reports and documentation.Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analysis. Implement control measures to mitigate identified risks, including process safety management (PSM) initiatives.Lead investigations of accidents, near-misses, and safety violations. Analyze root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.Coordinate safety training sessions for all employees, including emergency response, proper handling of hazardous materials, and safe operating procedures.Perform routine safety inspections and audits of plant operations, equipment, and work environment. Track and report safety performance metrics.Develop and maintain emergency response plans, coordinate drills, and ensure readiness for chemical spills, fires, or other emergencies.Foster a safety-first culture through communication, safety committees, and employee engagement initiatives.Oversee compliance with environmental standards related to chemical storage, waste disposal, and emissions.Safety Responsibilities:Developing and Implementing Safety PoliciesRegulatory ComplianceRisk Identification and Hazard ControlIncident Prevention and InvestigationEmergency Preparedness and ResponseEmployee Training and EducationSafety Inspections and AuditsPromoting a Safety CultureEnvironmental and Waste Management OversightDocumentation and RecordkeepingCoordination with External AgenciesContinuous ImprovementPSM ComplianceSkills and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.Minimum of 10 years of experience in safety management within a chemical manufacturing environment.Relevant certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or OSHA HAZWOPER certification.Deep knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and process safety management systems.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to lead safety initiatives and influence a safety culture across departments.Physical Requirements:Ability to wear a respirator and chemical suit and ability to work at heights with a harness.Ability to work outside in heat/coldAbility to wear all required PPEThis role requires regular site visits and inspections in a chemical plant environment.May require occasional after-hours or emergency response dutiesTravel:This position requires frequent travel to customers and industry events; approximately 25% of the timeWork Schedule:Monday- Friday, 8 hour work days