EHS Manager

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match 4.5%

Stock contribution 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a senior EHS leader to develop and implement environment, health, and safety policies aligned with regulatory standards. You will lead an EHS team, conduct risk assessments, audits, and training delivery to enhance compliance and safety across the organization.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven decisions, and effective communication with stakeholders to advance Woodward’s safety and environmental objectives.

Qualifications

• Regulatory compliance with environmental, health, and safety laws and standards.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate EHS hazards and risks.
• Lead and manage EHS teams to meet objectives.
• Develop short- and long-term EHS strategies aligned with business goals.
• Conduct performance reviews and drive team performance to targets.
• Investigate incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Design and deliver EHS training programs for employees.
• Plan and adapt departmental priorities to resource and operational needs.
• Analyze EHS data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Communicate EHS policies and initiatives clearly across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement environment, health, and safety policies for regulatory compliance.
• Lead the EHS team and provide guidance and evaluations.
• Conduct EHS risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Perform audits and inspections to ensure adherence to regulations and policies.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive EHS training programs.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Performance management

Incident investigation

Training development

Operational planning

Data analysis

Effective communication

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated annual base pay: $105,000(minimum) - $137,000(midpoint) - $168,000(maximum) All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities:

• EHS Policy Development: Create and implement environment, health, and safety policies to ensure regulatory compliance and organizational standards.
• Team Leadership: Manage and oversee the EHS team, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to achieve departmental objectives.
• Risk Management: Conduct and oversee EHS risk assessments, identify potential hazards, and develop strategies to mitigate safety and environmental risks.
• Compliance Monitoring: Perform regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to EHS regulations, internal policies, and industry’s best practices.
• Training Coordination: Develop and deliver comprehensive EHS training programs to enhance employee awareness, compliance, and safety practices.

Key Skills:

• Regulatory Compliance: Proficient in ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety laws and standards.
• Risk Assessment: Skilled in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential EHS hazards within the organization.
• Team Leadership: Capable of leading and managing EHS teams to achieve operational objectives effectively.
• Strategic Planning: Experienced in developing and implementing short term and long term EHS strategies aligned with business goals.
• Performance Management: Adept at conducting performance appraisals, providing feedback, and managing team performance to meet EHS targets.
• Incident Investigation: Competent in conducting thorough investigations of EHS incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Training Development: Expertise in designing and delivering EHS training programs to enhance employee awareness and compliance.
• Operational Planning: Skilled in adapting departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges.
• Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing EHS data to identify trends, evaluate performance, and inform decision-making.
• Effective Communication: Excellent ability to convey EHS policies, procedures, and initiatives clearly to all organizational levels.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world.

It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.