EHS Manager (Covington, OH, US, 45318)

Biopharma Careers; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigo is seeking a Lead Safety Culture & Employee Engagement to champion safety in all decisions and lead cross-functional EHS initiatives.

You will partner with site leadership to strengthen risk-based safety programs, audits, and training, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years EHS experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in regulated industries (food, consumer products, pharmaceutical) preferred.
• Experience implementing and managing EHS management systems.
• Experience with environmental reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture where safety is integrated into every decision and activity.
• Lead safety committees and employee engagement activities.
• Collaborate with site leadership to drive sustainable EHS solutions.
• Lead internal and external EHS audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and leaders.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office

7+ years EHS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline

Job description

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All . We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone , we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

Perrigo Companyis dedicated to making lives better by bringing high-quality, affordable self-care products to consumers everywhere they are sold. We are driven by purpose, accountability, and continuous improvement. Help us do it!

Scope of the Role

Lead Safety Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion a culture where safety is integrated into every decision and every activity.
• Maintain a highly visible presence throughout the facility, actively engaging employees at all levels.
• Promote proactive safety behaviors and encourage open reporting of hazards and opportunities through the “Good Catch” program.
• Lead and facilitate safety committees, employee engagement activities, and safety communication programs.
• Continuously assess and improve site EHS programs, policies, procedures, and standard.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Plant Manager and Site Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Human Resources to drive sustainable solutions.
• Support capital projects, process changes, and continuous improvement initiatives by ensuring appropriate EHS considerations are incorporated into planning and execution

Drive Investigation Excellence & Risk Reduction

• Lead injury and illness cases from initial reporting through case closure.
• Conduct and facilitate thorough root cause investigations utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure timely implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions.
• Communicate any lessons learned across the organization to prevent recurrence.
• Partner with site leaders to identify systemic causes and implement sustainable solutions.

Lead Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification Activities

• Facilitate and improve proactive area risk assessments across all operational areas.
• Lead routine GEMBA walks with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and partner with operations teams to implement practical and effective controls.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Lead all internal and external EHS audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Develop and maintain programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain required EHS records, reporting, permits, and documentation.
• Facilitate regulatory inspections and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are completed.

Training & Development

• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, supervisors, and leaders.
• Support new employee onboarding and ongoing compliance training.
• Build organizational capability through mentoring, education, and continuous development.

Security Program Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight for the site's third-party security services operation, ensuring effective protection of employees, visitors, assets, and facilities.
• Manage the on-site Security Supervisor and contracted security team providing 24/7/365 site coverage.
• Partner with the security team on incident and case management activities, including investigations, documentation, trend analysis, and resolution of site security concerns.
• Conduct routine reviews of security performance, staffing effectiveness, and service delivery expectations.

Experience Required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing environments is preferred but not required.
• Experience implementing and managing EHS management systems.
• Experience with environmental reporting requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing operational teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out morehere

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo