EHS Manager

CPS, Inc.; Humboldt (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

CPS, Inc. is seeking an EHS Manager for their manufacturing facility in Humboldt, Kansas. This leadership role will drive EHS excellence across a facility of over 300 employees.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in a manufacturing setting, with strong knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations. A degree in an EHS-related program is required. The position offers a salary range of $100,000 - $125,000, along with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Proven track record in managing EHS compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies and programs.
• Oversee compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulations.
• Conduct hazard assessments and lead incident investigations.

Skills

Knowledge of EPA regulations

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in an EHS related program

4 years of experience in an EHS role

Tools

Safety Management Systems

Job description

Our well-established client is looking for an EHS Manager at their manufacturing facility. This leadership role will collaborate with all levels of the facility to drive EHS excellence across their facility of over 300 employees. The ideal candidate would have 5 plus years in a manufacturing setting. This is a boots on the ground leadership role driving the EHS culture and programs.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop and lead implementation of technical and administrative direction on all EHS policies and programs applicable within the manufacturing plant.
• Champion local Safety Pillar team; driving continuous improvement and fostering a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee and ensure full compliance with all OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Hazard Communication, CPR, First Aid and AED requirements.
• Review and update internal policies and procedures to ensure they remain current, effective, and aligned with current regulations and company standards.
• Conduct hazard and risk assessments, and ergonomic evaluations; develop or revise policies and procedures as needed.
• Lead incident investigations and evaluations, ensuring thorough evaluation and corrective action follow-through.
• Track and analyze incident reports, case studies, and trends to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and deploy training manuals and programs to support compliance and promote safety awareness.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to improve operational efficiencies and reduce regulatory compliance-related cost.
• Provide strategic and day-to-day and EHS support to plant leadership and staff.
• Manage Worker’s Compensation claims, reports, and transitional / restricted duty assignments.
• Supervise the 2nd shift Health & Safety Supervisor.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines to ensure product quality and uphold food safety standards.
• Learn to identify and address potential workplace and food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities, while maintaining proactive communication with supervisors.
• Document workplace and food safety and quality procedures, maintaining detailed records of monitoring, verification, and corrective actions.

Salary

$100,000 - $125,000

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor’s degree in an EHS related program or 4 years of experience in an EHS role
• 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations and compliance program management
• Proven track record in delivering results by influencing and working with cross-functional teams and various initiatives
• Ability to establish networks of peers in the factory to lead without direct authority
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing environment
• Professional certifications in EHS related fields (ASP, CSP, CIH, OHST, etc.)
• Transformational safety experience
• PSM/RMP experience with anhydrous ammonia
• RCRA hazardous waste compliance and hazardous materials handling experience