EHS Manager

ISP Freetown Fine Chemicals Inc; Assonet (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ISP Freetown Fine Chemicals Inc is seeking an EHS Manager for its Ashland Freetown, MA facility. The ideal candidate will lead the EHS strategy, ensure regulatory compliance and foster a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include managing EHS personnel, developing EHS objectives, and analyzing safety data. Preferred candidates will have a BS in a related field and extensive experience in industrial environments. The role emphasizes leadership and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in EHS within industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 2 years of managerial/leadership experience.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, PSM, RMP.

Responsibilities

• Provide transformational leadership to EHS strategies.
• Develop and implement EHS objectives and targets.
• Analyze EHS data and communicate effectively.
• Coordinate mandatory EHS training for employees.
• Manage environmental permits and EHS regulatory reports.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Safety management

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Industrial Hygiene, Safety, Environmental Science, etc.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHS management software (VelocityEHS)

Job description

Overview

Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager role at Ashland Freetown, MA. Responsibilities include leading EHS strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide transformational leadership to foster management commitment and employee ownership of EHS, enhance site culture and performance, and ensure timely closure of CAPAs through risk assessments and data‑driven collaboration.
• Partner with site leadership to develop and implement EHS objectives, targets, and strategies; establish and maintain safety committees to prioritize and mitigate risks effectively.
• Analyze EHS data and incident investigations using strong analytical skills; communicate clearly and succinctly in both verbal and written forms to all organizational levels.
• Apply effective problem‑solving and decision‑making by developing multiple solutions and making well‑informed recommendations to improve safety outcomes.
• Coordinate and deliver mandatory employee EHS training and additional sessions tailored to meet specific leadership safety requirements.
• Review and direct all environmental permits and EHS regulatory reports to ensure compliance and audit readiness; act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies; manage permit renewals and audits; stay current on relevant laws and standards.
• Provide day‑to‑day leadership and oversight of salary, hourly, and contract EHS personnel (minimum of five direct reports), setting clear expectations and fostering professional development.
• Ensure robust change‑management processes are in place to adapt to evolving EHS standards; lead comprehensive incident management, including timely reporting, thorough investigations, and corrective/preventive action implementation.
• Review, revise, and update site EHS procedures and standards to maintain regulatory compliance and align with corporate standards, promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Hygiene, Safety, Environmental Science, Environmental, Chemical, or Process Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in EHS within industrial or manufacturing environments, including chemical manufacturing.
• Minimum 2 years of managerial/leadership experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, PSM, RMP, and other applicable regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and EHS management software such as VelocityEHS.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and adapt quickly to shifting demands.

Preferred Skills

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) strongly preferred; willingness to obtain Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience in Emergency Response & Incident Command.
• Experience in root cause investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Demonstrated success in implementing site‑level sustainability initiatives.
• Track record of successfully managing environmental compliance and improvement projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.