EHS Manager

CPS Inc.; Garfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Paid time off & company holidays

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking an EHS Manager at a flagship manufacturing facility.

You will lead all Environmental, Health & Safety programs and drive the EHS strategy, partnering with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to reduce risk and improve performance. You will develop a strong safety culture, investigate incidents, manage PSM programs, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA and local regulations across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record building and sustaining a strong safety culture with measurable improvements.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, environmental compliance, incident investigations, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience managing PSM programs in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills to influence and develop staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all EHS programs and initiatives for the facility.
• Develop and execute the site’s EHS strategy, goals, and performance metrics.
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
• Foster a proactive safety culture through engagement, hazard recognition, near-miss reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and other functions to mitigate risks.
• Review new equipment and processes to address safety and environmental risks before implementation.
• Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee Process Safety Management (PSM), contractor safety, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other regulations.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing EHS team and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

EHS leadership

PSM

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigations

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decision making

Safety culture

Leadership communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

EHS Manager

Our well-established client is looking for an EHS Manager at one of their flagship manufacturing facilities. This leadership role will collaborate with all levels of the facility to drive the EHS programs and strategy. This leader will also manage and develop the EHS team, drive continuous improvement and champion the safety culture. The ideal candidate would have 8 plus years of progressive EHS leadership in a manufacturing environment preferably chemicals with PSM program experience. As the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager, you will lead the strategy, programs, and team responsible for protecting our employees, our community, and our business. This role serves as a key business partner to operations, helping drive risk reduction, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and a culture where safety is owned by everyone. Your leadership will directly influence employee engagement, safety performance, environmental stewardship, and the long-term success of the facility.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage all Environmental, Health & Safety programs and initiatives for the facility.
• Develop and execute the site’s EHS strategy, goals, and performance metrics aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor and analyze leading and lagging indicators to identify trends, drive corrective actions, and improve overall performance.
• Foster a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, hazard recognition, near-miss reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and other functions to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Review new equipment, processes, and facility changes to ensure safety and environmental risks are addressed before implementation.
• Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Serve as the facility owner for Process Safety Management (PSM), contractor safety, emergency preparedness, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing EHS team while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts that strengthen safety performance and business results.

Salary

• Salary $120,000 - $140,000

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and company holidays.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of building and sustaining a strong safety culture while driving measurable improvements.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance requirements, incident investigations, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience managing Process Safety Management (PSM) programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and develop employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to leverage data and metrics to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Strategic mindset with a strong focus on accountability, execution, and results.

Preferred Qualifications

• CSP, CIH, CHMM, or other relevant professional certifications.
• Experience leading EHS programs in a multi-shift manufacturing environment.
• Experience with behavior-based safety programs and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections, audits, and interactions with OSHA and environmental agencies.

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity to shape lead the EHS strategy for a growing manufacturing operation.
• Visible leadership role with significant impact on employee safety, operational performance, and business success.
• Collaborative environment where safety and continuous improvement are valued and supported.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
• The opportunity to build a lasting legacy through the development of a world-class safety culture.