EHS Manager

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager Position Overview The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing programs that protect employee health and safety and ensure environmental regulatory compliance. This role leads initiatives to reduce workplace hazards, prevent injuries and illnesses, and foster a strong safety culture across the organization. The EHS Manager works closely with employees and leadership to maintain regulatory compliance, deliver training programs, and continuously improve workplace safety and environmental practices. Key Responsibilities Safety & Compliance Programs Develop, implement, and audit environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies. Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to safety and environmental compliance. Administer and manage programs including: Illness & Injury Prevention Forklift Safety Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Vehicle Safety Hazard Communication Chemical Hygiene Respiratory Protection Hearing Conservation Hazardous Waste Management Hazardous Waste Source Reduction Wastewater Management and Reporting Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Fume Hood Compliance Emergency Response and Evacuation Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Environmental & Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with applicable environmental and safety regulations including OSHA, Cal OSHA, EPA, DOT, AQMD, DTSC, HAZMAT, Regional Water Control Board, and other relevant regulatory requirements. Maintain permits, required reporting, and regulatory documentation. Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and inspections. Monitoring & Incident Management Administer and monitor industrial hygiene sampling and communicate exposure risks and personal protective equipment requirements to employees. Conduct accident and injury investigations, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions. Maintain the health and safety statistics database, including OSHA 300 logs and monthly reporting. Training & Safety Culture Deliver safety orientation for new hires and provide ongoing safety training programs including: Chemical safety Forklift operation Personal protective equipment (PPE) Hearing conservation CPR and First Aid Ergonomics Hazard communication Promote safe work practices and industrial hygiene, including compliance with Class 8 Clean Room requirements. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Provide technical assistance, training, and work direction to other departments. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and implement recommendations to support company safety goals. Respond to workplace safety concerns and regulatory inquiries. Administration Maintain EHS documentation and reporting systems. Manage the EHS department budget. Ensure awareness and compliance with relevant quality management system requirements, including quality policies and job-related procedures. Required Qualifications & Competencies Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline. Minimum of 3 years of experience in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS). Experience in polymer film manufacturing environments preferred. Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language. Mathematics and reasoning skills sufficient to perform job-related analysis and problem-solving. Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and the ability to evaluate and correct process problems on manufacturing equipment. Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations including OSHA and related regulatory frameworks. Ability to interpret written regulatory and organizational documents (including OSHA and ISO requirements) and apply them appropriately. Ability to interact effectively with plant personnel at all levels to achieve organizational goals and requirements. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to communicate and participate in joint projects with customers and other facilities. Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to maintain documented competency in any required specialized skills associated with the position. About the Company Our client is a Global Manufacturer with over 30 locations worldwide. They are highly innovative and manufacture a wide range of plastic films and plastic products, for various markets and applications, including the automotive, medical & pharmaceutical, home & building, shipping, advertising & packaging sectors. Together with their customers and partners, they are making vital contributions to human health in many areas of the healthcare industry.