EHS Manager

Zing Recruiting; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in Fairfield, NJ is seeking a passionate EHS Manager to lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves monitoring working conditions, conducting training, and driving sustainability goals. Ideal candidates will have a background in EH&S and strong communication skills, with a preference for bilingual candidates.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of EH&S experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Solid understanding of OSHA, EPA, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EH&S programs for safety and compliance.
• Conduct Job Safety Analyses and ergonomic assessments.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Incident Investigation

Root Cause Analysis

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Job description

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Make a Real Impact: Join a Company Committed to Safety, Sustainability, and People!

We are seeking a passionate and proactive EHS Manager to join a growing team in the Fairfield, NJ area.

In this role, you'll be the driving force behind creating and maintaining a world-class safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and ISO standards, and championing continuous improvement initiatives across the facility. You'll also play a key role in achieving Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) targets for the logistics department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EH&S programs aligned with corporate goals for safety, sustainability, and compliance
• Monitor and assess working conditions—spending up to 50% of your time on the floor to audit processes, train staff, and implement improvements
• Facilitate employee and leadership safety training programs, including new hire orientation and job instruction
• Conduct and maintain Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and ergonomic assessments to identify hazards and recommend best practices
• Ensure full compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards; maintain audit readiness
• Direct the Safety Committee and lead monthly meetings, inspections, and corrective action follow-ups
• Investigate incidents thoroughly, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Analyze safety data to track trends and take proactive steps to reduce workplace injuries
• Collaborate on corporate sustainability and environmental goals tied to CSR benchmarks
• Support Workers’ Compensation cases with HR, focusing on prevention and continuous improvement
• Drive initiatives around air, energy, water, and waste to meet environmental goals and budget targets

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field (or relevant certifications/training with other degrees)
• 3+ years of EH&S experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, ideally with a Lean background
• Solid understanding of OSHA, EPA, state/federal regulations, and ISO standards (14001/45001)
• Strong skills in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and team training
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build trust and influence at all levels
• Bilingual in English/Spanish highly preferred

If you are looking for a great company culture with the ability to make a difference, please apply today for consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 24-48 hours of resume review.

Zing Recruiting, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Zing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and will work to provide accommodation to those who need it.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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