EHS Manager - Orangeburg

Sterling Engineering; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Sterling Engineering seeks an EHS Manager in Orangeburg, SC to lead environmental, health, and safety programs across office, manufacturing, and plant environments. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while guiding budgets, schedules, and performance standards.

The role requires a strong leader with 5–9+ years in EHS, ISO 14001/45001 knowledge, and the ability to mentor teams, present updates, and drive organizational objectives in a dynamic manufacturing

Qualifications

• : Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety.
• : Approximately 5-9+ years of related EHS experience.
• : Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations, codes, and industry guidelines.
• : Experience managing EHS programs within manufacturing environments.
• : Demonstrated functional, technical, and people or process management skills.
• : Experience developing and implementing EHS policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.
• : Knowledge of ISO 14001 and environmental management requirements.
• : Knowledge of ISO 45001 and occupational health and safety requirements.
• : Understanding of environmental and safety legal requirements.
• : Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• : Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions affecting site operations.
• : Experience leading teams, mentoring employees, and managing cross-functional relationships.
• : Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and operational performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• : Oversee the coordination and implementation of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across offices, manufacturing facilities, and plant operations.
• : Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, environmental requirements, safety standards, and established policies.
• : Develop, administer, and manage EHS budgets, schedules, and performance requirements.
• : Lead environmental safety meetings, employee training, and awareness programs.
• : Provide direction and guidance to employees and subordinate supervisors in accordance with established policies and management objectives.
• : Manage moderately complex EHS activities, including contract labor, equipment, material costs, and associated schedules.
• : Oversee the proper maintenance of buildings, furniture, and fixtures in accordance with applicable regulations.
• : Establish, evaluate, and recommend changes to EHS policies, procedures, and functional processes.
• : Lead major EHS initiatives that support site operations and organizational objectives.
• : Provide technical presentations and communicate project updates, schedules, and other relevant information to stakeholders.
• : Train employees on changes to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• : Work closely with subordinate supervisors, customers, and cross‑functional management teams to resolve issues and maintain operational effectiveness.
• : Develop and execute strategies to recruit, retain, and develop a qualified and motivated workforce.
• : Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to employees while supporting employee development and organizational objectives.
• : Evaluate EHS performance and make decisions that support operational success across site functions.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Budget management

Training & development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or EHS

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Environmental, Health & Safety standards

Job description

Position Overview

The EHS Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across office, manufacturing, and plant environments. This position provides leadership and direction to employees and subordinate supervisors to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and established safety requirements.

Title

EHS Manager

Location

Orangeburg, SC

Hire Type

Direct

Compensation

$76,000 - $100,000

Benefits

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the coordination and implementation of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across offices, manufacturing facilities, and plant operations.


• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, environmental requirements, safety standards, and established policies.


• Develop, administer, and manage EHS budgets, schedules, and performance requirements.


• Lead environmental safety meetings, employee training, and awareness programs.


• Provide direction and guidance to employees and subordinate supervisors in accordance with established policies and management objectives.


• Manage moderately complex EHS activities, including contract labor, equipment, material costs, and associated schedules.


• Oversee the proper maintenance of buildings, furniture, and fixtures in accordance with applicable regulations.


• Establish, evaluate, and recommend changes to EHS policies, procedures, and functional processes.


• Lead major EHS initiatives that support site operations and organizational objectives.


• Provide technical presentations and communicate project updates, schedules, and other relevant information to stakeholders.


• Train employees on changes to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.


• Work closely with subordinate supervisors, customers, and cross‑functional management teams to resolve issues and maintain operational effectiveness.


• Develop and execute strategies to recruit, retain, and develop a qualified and motivated workforce.


• Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to employees while supporting employee development and organizational objectives.


• Evaluate EHS performance and make decisions that support operational success across site functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety.


• Approximately 5-9+ years of related EHS experience.


• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations, codes, and industry guidelines.


• Experience managing EHS programs within manufacturing environments.


• Demonstrated functional, technical, and people or process management skills.


• Experience developing and implementing EHS policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.


• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and environmental management requirements.


• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and occupational health and safety requirements.


• Understanding of environmental and safety legal requirements.


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions affecting site operations.


• Experience leading teams, mentoring employees, and managing cross-functional relationships.


• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and operational performance requirements.

Preferred Certifications

• Emergency Medical Certification.


• Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) Certification.

Leadership & Management Expectations

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for EHS functions and site operations.


• Lead and develop employees while identifying and cultivating talent.


• Establish and execute functional strategies, processes, and objectives.


• Exercise independent judgment in operational and policy-related decisions.


• Lead major initiatives that may impact site performance and organizational objectives.


• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


• Ensure EHS objectives and established safety requirements are integrated into daily operations.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in office, manufacturing, and plant environments.


• The employee may occasionally be exposed to work requiring repetitive motion.


• Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate.


• Regularly required to sit, walk, talk, and hear.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.


• Requires strict adherence to all safety protocols, work instructions, training requirements, posted safety notices, site regulations, and applicable regulatory standards.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.