EHS Manager

nVent; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company (p

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent is seeking a senior EHS leader to drive safety and environmental strategies across manufacturing settings. You will collaborate with site leadership to align initiatives with business goals, mentor teams on safe practices, and lead incident investigations.

A strong regulatory background and hands-on plant experience are essential for success. Ideal candidates hold an engineering- or safety-related degree with ASP or CSP certification and 7+ years in safety/environmental leadership within

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience leading safety and/or environmental management systems.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and applying them in a plant setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance EHS strategy with clear direction for people and business outcomes.
• Be a visible safety leader with shop floor presence and mentorship.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager to align EHS initiatives with site priorities.
• Identify workplace hazards and mitigate risk with plant teams.
• Champion a ZERO HARM culture across all levels of the organization.
• Oversee environmental programs related to waste, water and energy and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Safety leadership

Environmental management

OSHA/EPA knowledge

Manufacturing environment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental, engineering, construction management or related

ASP or CSP certification

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Lead and advance EHS strategy by providing clear, consistent direction that supports both people and business outcomes.
• Be a visible safety leader with a strong shop floor presence—recognized as the go to expert for safety, health, and environmental mentorship.
• Collaborate closely with the Plant Manager and leadership team to align EHS initiatives with site priorities and long term objectives.
• Proactively identify workplace hazards and collaborate with plant teams to eliminate or mitigate risk.
• Champion a ZERO HARM culture, driving safe behaviors and practices across all levels of the organization.
• Monitor and interpret EHS regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA), assess potential impacts, and translate requirements into practical, effective solutions.
• Own environmental programs related to waste, water, and energy, supporting both regulatory compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Engage employees at all levels to identify, develop, and implement continuous EHS improvements.
• Manage EHS documentation, permits, and vendor relationships, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate workers’ compensation cases, partnering with HR and Legal to drive appropriate outcomes.
• Lead incident reporting and investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow up.
• Facilitate EHS training programs, ensuring all regulatory and company requirements are met and well understood.

YOU HAVE:

Background in Engineering, Science, Safety, or Environmental disciplines preferred Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental, engineering, construction management or related preferred Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred 7+ years of progressive experience leading safety and/or environmental management systems Experience working in a manufacturing or construction environment Strong working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations, with the ability to apply them effectively in a plant setting

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world’s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.