EHS Manager

Perrigo; Covington (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigo in Covington, OH is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to elevate safety culture at the manufacturing facility. The role leads cross-functional teams, drives investigations, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, audits, and training to ensure a safe, compliant operation.

As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will mentor staff, partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering and HR, and champion proactive safety improvements across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing environments is preferred but not required.
• Experience implementing and managing EHS management systems.
• Experience with environmental reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and employee engagement across the Covington site.
• Serve as a cross-functional advisor to Plant Manager and Site Leadership Team.
• Lead injury/illness investigations from reporting to closure and verify corrective actions.
• Conduct proactive risk assessments and GEMBA walks to identify hazards and controls.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, audits, permits, and documentation for OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
• Develop and deliver EHS training for employees, supervisors, and leaders.
• Provide leadership for the site's security program and 24/7/365 coverage.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Environmental/Engineering

Job description

Perrigo

EHS Manager

Location: Covington, OH, US, 45318

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

Perrigo Companyis dedicated to making lives better by bringing high-quality, affordable self-care products to consumers everywhere they are sold. We are driven by purpose, accountability, and continuous improvement. Help us do it!

We are seeking an engaged, visible and proactive Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and continuously elevate our safety culture and EHS performance at our manufacturing facility in Covington, Ohio.

This position serves as a key member of the Site Leadership Team and reports directly to the Plant Manager. The successful candidate will be a highly organized, action-oriented leader who thrives on being present on the manufacturing floor, building strong relationships, developing people, and driving meaningful improvements in safety performance.

Scope of the Role

Lead Safety Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion a culture where safety is integrated into every decision and every activity.
• Maintain a highly visible presence throughout the facility, actively engaging employees at all levels.
• Promote proactive safety behaviors and encourage open reporting of hazards and opportunities through the “Good Catch” program.
• Lead and facilitate safety committees, employee engagement activities, and safety communication programs.
• Continuously assess and improve site EHS programs, policies, procedures, and standards.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Plant Manager and Site Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Human Resources to drive sustainable solutions.
• Support capital projects, process changes, and continuous improvement initiatives by ensuring appropriate EHS considerations are incorporated into planning and execution

Drive Investigation Excellence & Risk Reduction

• Lead injury and illness cases from initial reporting through case closure.
• Conduct and facilitate thorough root cause investigations utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure timely implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions.
• Communicate any lessons learned across the organization to prevent recurrence.
• Partner with site leaders to identify systemic causes and implement sustainable solutions.

Lead Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification Activities

• Facilitate and improve proactive area risk assessments across all operational areas.
• Lead routine GEMBA walks with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and partner with operations teams to implement practical and effective controls.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Lead all internal and external EHS audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Develop and maintain programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain required EHS records, reporting, permits, and documentation.
• Facilitate regulatory inspections and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are completed.

Training & Development

• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, supervisors, and leaders.
• Support new employee onboarding and ongoing compliance training.
• Build organizational capability through mentoring, education, and continuous development.

Security Program Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight for the site's third-party security services operation, ensuring effective protection of employees, visitors, assets, and facilities.
• Manage the on-site Security Supervisor and contracted security team providing 24/7/365 site coverage.
• Partner with the security team on incident and case management activities, including investigations, documentation, trend analysis, and resolution of site security concerns.
• Conduct routine reviews of security performance, staffing effectiveness, and service delivery expectations.

Experience Required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing environments is preferred but not required.
• Experience implementing and managing EHS management systems.
• Experience with environmental reporting requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing operational teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo

Nearest Major Market: Dayton

Nearest Secondary Market: Cincinnati

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