EH&S Manager

Worthington Enterprises; Closter (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Worthington Enterprises in New Jersey is seeking an EH&S Manager to oversee environmental, health and safety processes at our facility, ensure OSHA/EPA compliance, and implement best practices with plant personnel and Corporate EHS.

The role manages EHS systems, completes required reports, conducts training, and drives risk assessments and continuous improvement. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading EHS teams in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to train and coach employees on safety policies.
• Experience maintaining EHS documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Manage EHS processes for the facility and align with Corporate EHS.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA) and reporting.
• Develop and implement EHS training programs.
• Conduct risk assessments (SFMEA/JSA) and ensure PPE use.
• Coordinate incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Oversee vendor management and internal safety communications.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Presentations

MS Office

Tools

ISO 14001

3E Online

Job description

Join our team as an EH&S Manager. This position has primary responsibility for managing the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) processes for a facility. They work with plant personnel and Corporate EHS to ensure compliance with applicable regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.) and the implementation of best practices. They manage internal EHS systems and complete required reports and notifications. They also conduct EHS training and coaching as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Process Management: Implement all elements of the WI Safety Improvement Process. Ensure EHS systems are implemented and maintained effectively including ISO 14001 and 3E Online and others. Responsible for developing and implementing cost reduction and continuous improvement projects.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all EHS related laws and regulations. Maintain injury records and post safety related information as required. Maintain written programs to ensure they are up to date and follow Corporate models. Manage environmental permits and ensure proper completion of records and reports. Complete all safety and environmental related testing as required. Inspect property, equipment, and work practices for compliance with regulatory and insurance carrier standards.
• Training: Educate employees on the regulatory standards applicable to the facility. Instruct all employees on internal EHS policy and procedures. Ensure required safety and environmental training has been identified and completed for new and existing employees. Oversee and implement SafeWorks training where applicable.
• Risk Assessment: Ensure all job functions have appropriate risk assessments completed using Safety Failure Modes, Effect Analysis (SFMEA) or Job Safety Analysis (JSA). Ensure all necessary personal protective equipment has been identified and is used as required. Coordinate all necessary industrial health and audiometric monitoring.
• Communication: Manage, support and provide direction to the safety council. Complete internal incident notifications in accordance with company policy. Ensure all hazardous areas and conditions are identified and communicated to employees using appropriate visual and audio techniques.
• Vendor Management: Responsible for vendor selection, contract management and relationships.
• Incident Investigation: Oversee incident investigation process to identify root causes. Ensure proper documentation of findings and implementation of corrective actions. Enforce company policy related to drug testing and disciplinary action.
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Experience

• Must exhibit strong leadership and management skills
• Must possess strong organization and record keeping skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of plant personnel
• Able to present material to groups
• Strong MS Office knowledge
• On boarding new employees with location’s safety requirements
• 3 – 5 years, Strong knowledge of environmental, health and safety compliance
• Continuing education provided (ISO Training, OTJ, Regulatory Training)

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Our Company is proud to have a dynamic and inclusive workforce where employees are empowered to innovate, thrive and grow. We believe that each employee’s unique strengths contribute to the success of our organization. This belief extends to how we consider our job applicants. Your talents may align with this positionor other opportunities within our organization.

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Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Productsand Consumer Products.

The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time®, Bernzomatic®, Coleman® (propane cylinders), CoMet®, Elgen, Garden Weasel®, General®, HALO™, Hawkeye™, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, NEXI™, Pactool International®, PowerCore™, Ragasco®, Well-X-Trol® and XLite™, among others.

Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.