EHS Manager – Grand Rapids Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is actively sourcing EHS Manager opportunities in the Grand Rapids, MI area. We connect manufacturers with safety leaders who can build and sustain strong environmental health and safety programs.

Ideal candidates will bring experience with safety training, incident investigations, and regulatory reporting to help regional plants meet compliance and drive continuous improvement. This posting reflects ongoing search efforts for EHS leadership roles in Kent County and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental science, engineering or related field.
• OSHA standards knowledge and environmental regulations.
• Experience leading incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for training and reporting.
• Ability to work on the plant floor across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage PPE programs, industrial hygiene sampling and exposure monitoring.
• Oversee emergency response plans, drills and first aid readiness.
• Track EHS metrics and present trends to plant leadership.
• Maintain environmental, health and safety programs for the plant.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are closed.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis for injuries and near misses.
• Coordinate OSHA and environmental compliance reporting and recordkeeping.
• Deliver safety training and onboarding for new and existing employees.

Skills

Plant floor work

OSHA standards knowledge

Incident investigations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/environmental science/engineering

Job description

Job Description:

EHS Manager | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 – $130,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for workplace safety and environmental compliance? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Grand Rapids area seeking experienced EHS Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers EHS Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Grand Rapids in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including East Grand Rapids and Northview.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Grand Rapids area that add EHS Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Manage PPE programs, industrial hygiene sampling and exposure monitoring.
• Oversee emergency response plans, drills and first aid readiness.
• Track EHS metrics and present trends to plant leadership.
• Maintain and update environmental, health and safety programs for the plant.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs to identify hazards and confirm corrective actions are closed.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis for injuries and near misses.
• Coordinate OSHA and environmental compliance reporting and recordkeeping.
• Deliver safety training and onboarding for new and existing employees.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to work on the plant floor across shifts.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental science, engineering or a related field.
• or more years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Experience leading incident investigations and corrective action programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for training and reporting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional or similar certification.
• Experience with ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 management systems.
• Background in industrial hygiene or ergonomics.
• Experience with behavior based safety programs.
• Familiarity with workers compensation case management.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Environmental Compliance Manager, Industrial Safety Specialist, Plant Safety Manager, EHS Specialist, Environmental Health and Safety Manager, Safety Manager, Health and Safety Manager, EHS Coordinator, Safety Coordinator

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Salary Package:

$ 85,000.00 – 130,000.00 (US Dollar)