EHS Manager

dci; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with generous employer match

Paid time off, including 10 paid paid?

Job summary

DCI is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to oversee environmental, health, and safety programs across two locations, with primary oversight in Linden, NJ. The role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NJDEP, and leads the TCPA program.

You will drive incident investigations, risk reduction, waste management, training, and safety culture, while supporting a second site in Chesapeake, VA. Travel up to 30% and salary range of $80,000–$100,000 with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field required.
• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in chemical manufacturing or heavy industrial operations.
• Direct TCPA/PSM experience with NJDEP regulations required.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NJDEP regulations and confinement, LOTO, fall protection, hot work.
• Certifications such as CSP, CHMM, or ASP preferred.
• Travel up to 30% to support regional facilities.

Responsibilities

• TC PA program ownership and NJDEP regulatory compliance at Linden, NJ.
• Lead risk assessments, PHAs, and MOC processes for chemical storage and tank wash operations.
• Provide regional EHS leadership and training for secondary site in Chesapeake, VA.
• Investigate incidents, apply RCA, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee wastewater, air permits, and hazardous waste management.
• Deliver mandatory EHS training and foster a proactive safety culture.

Skills

EHS leadership

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

Position Overview

The EHS Manager will oversee, implement, and maintain Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across 2 locations, with primary day‑to‑day oversight at our Linden, NJ flagship operation. This critical role ensures 100% compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NJDEP) across bulk liquid tank washing, intermodal depot storage, equipment and maintenance operations.

A vital component of this role is serving as the subject matter expert and hands‑on manager for the site’s New Jersey Toxic Catastrophe Prevention Act (TCPA) program.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $100,000 annual salary

Location: On site at our facility in Linden, NJ (Primarily)

Travel: 20–30% (Additional support to Chesapeake, VA)

DCI Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays
• Optional health savings account & flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Primary Responsibilities

1. TCPA & Regulatory Compliance (Linden, NJ)

• Program Ownership: Manage, update, and audit the site’s NJDEP TCPA program, ensuring all risk management plans, Inherently Safer Technology (IST) reviews, and process safety management elements are meticulously maintained.

• Agency Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for NJDEP audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting regarding TCPA and hazardous materials storage.

• Process Safety: Lead Hazard Assessments, Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), and Management of Change (MOC) processes for chemical storage and tank wash operations.

2. Regional EHS Leadership & Site Support

• Multi‑Site Oversight: Provide EHS guidance, training, and auditing support to secondary location in Chesapeake, VA.

• Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate high‑risk hazards unique to the industry, including confined space entry (tank cleaning, maintenance and inspection), fall protection (working atop ISO tanks/trailers), lockout/tagout (LOTO), and hot work (maintenance/welding).

• Incident Investigation: Lead root‑cause analysis (RCA) for all injuries, near‑misses, and spills. Develop and implement robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

3. Environmental & Waste Management

• Wastewater & Air Compliance: Oversee the compliance of the tank wash wastewater treatment systems, discharge permits (NJPDES/POTW), and air permits.

• Waste Management: Assist in the oversight of managing hazardous and non‑hazardous waste characterization, profiling, manifest tracking, and disposal in compliance with RCRA.

4. Culture & Training

• EHS Training: Deliver and track mandatory EHS training, including RCRA, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, and TCPA‑specific site awareness.

• Safety Culture: Foster an active, proactive safety culture through daily floor presence, safety committees, and good catch reporting programs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial tank cleaning, bulk logistics, or heavy industrial operations.

• TCPA / PSM Expertise: Direct, hands‑on experience with NJDEP TCPA regulations or OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) is required.

• Technical Knowledge: Deep familiarity with OSHA (General Industry), EPA, and NJDEP regulations. Strong understanding of high hazard programs such as confined space, LOTO, fall protection/elevated work and hot work.

• Certifications: CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), or ASP preferred.

• Travel: Ability to travel up to 30% to support regional facilities as needed.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be comfortable working in an industrial/depot environment, which includes climbing ladders and working in outdoor weather conditions.
• Requires the ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators, safety harnesses, and chemical‑resistant clothing when necessary.