EHS Manager - Manufacturing Compliance & Risk

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for a 6-month limited-term assignment in Oak Hill, NY. You will lead regulatory compliance, manage EHS programs, and provide hands-on coaching to production and maintenance teams at the client facility.

The role requires CSP preferred credentials, 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or R&D, and strong communication skills. Regular on-site presence and a proactive safety culture drive success in this position.

Qualifications

• Professional-level expertise across multiple environmental, health, and safety disciplines.
• Regular physical presence at the client facility is required.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant EHS experience with exposure to the manufacturing or research and development industries preferred.
• CSP preferred
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including CAL OSHA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting, with guidance and direction.
• Strong work ethic with a passion to learn, grow, and thrive.
• Ability to distill goals into plans, develop timelines, and work independently as well as part of a team, to achieve goals.
• Proven experience as a Senior EHS Specialist.
• In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory compliance with OSHA, environmental and company requirements.
• Manage EHS policies, permits, licenses, and documentation.
• Maintain regulatory records and support compliance reporting activities.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure site compliance with applicable requirements.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of EHS management systems.
• Provide daily EHS support to production, maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.
• Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, safety inspections, and hazard mitigation activities.
• Evaluate workplace conditions and identify opportunities to reduce risk and improve performance.
• Develop, implement, and improve EHS programs including LOTO, Hot Work, Fall Protection.
• Partner with operational teams for contractor safety and Management of Change (MOC).
• Investigate incidents, injuries, near misses, and environmental events.
• Conduct root cause analyses and determine corrective and preventive actions.
• Track corrective actions to closure and verify effectiveness.
• Communicate lessons learned and improvement opportunities to site personnel.
• Deliver EHS training to employees, supervisors, and contractors.
• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide field coaching and mentoring to strengthen EHS performance.
• Manage contractor safety programs and permit-to-work processes.
• Promote a positive safety culture across the facility.
• Conduct inspections and audits of plant operations, facilities, and management systems.
• Monitor EHS metrics, compliance status, and improvement initiatives.
• Analyze performance trends and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and compliance updates for management.
• Provide recommendations and strategic EHS guidance to site leadership.
• Serve as a trusted EHS advisor to management and operational teams.

Skills

EHS Expertise

On-Site Presence

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

BS in Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related science degree preferred

Job description

ERM is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for a 6-month limited-term assignment in Oak Hill, NY. You will lead regulatory compliance, manage EHS programs, and provide hands-on coaching to production and maintenance teams at the client facility.

The role requires CSP preferred credentials, 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or R&D, and strong communication skills. Regular on-site presence and a proactive safety culture drive success in this position.