EHS Manager: Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Tailored Adhesives; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailored Adhesives seeks an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead the development and management of environmental, health, and safety programs across our operations. You will ensure regulatory compliance, promote a safe workplace, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

The role requires expertise in OSHA, EPA, and DOT standards, plus hands-on experience in training, audits, CAPA, and incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 5–8+ years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Proven experience conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, hazard analyses, and environmental compliance audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, programs, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and local regulations.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections, risk assessments, and environmental audits.
• Investigate workplace incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver employee safety training programs.
• Maintain SDS, chemical inventories, and hazardous waste programs.
• Monitor air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, and waste disposal compliance.
• Lead safety committees and promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Hazardous materials management

Incident investigation

CAPA development

Training and development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SDS management systems

EHS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Job Description

The Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role promotes a safe work environment, minimizes environmental impact, and drives continuous improvement in workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

• Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, programs, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections, risk assessments, and environmental audits to identify and eliminate hazards.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental events, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and deliver employee safety training programs, including hazard communication, emergency response, PPE, chemical handling, and ergonomics.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical inventories, and hazardous waste management programs.
• Monitor air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, waste disposal, and other environmental compliance activities.
• Develop and coordinate emergency preparedness and response plans, including fire safety, spill response, and evacuation procedures.
• Lead safety committees and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
• Track and report safety metrics, injury rates, environmental performance, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Manage workers' compensation cases and return-to-work programs.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and respond to findings from OSHA, EPA, and other agencies.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and human resources to improve workplace safety and environmental performance.
• Oversee contractor safety programs and ensure compliance with company safety requirements.
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce workplace injuries, environmental risks, and regulatory non-compliance.
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Management
• OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Environmental Compliance
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis
• Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
• Emergency Response Planning
• Hazardous Waste and Chemical Management
• Safety Training and Employee Development
• Regulatory Auditing and Compliance
• Workers' Compensation Administration
• Continuous Improvement and Safety Culture Development
• Leadership and Team Management
• Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
• Microsoft Office and EHS Management Software

Requirements

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 5–8+ years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Proven experience conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, hazard analyses, and environmental compliance audits.
• Experience investigating workplace incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, chemical safety, hazardous waste management, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements.
• Experience developing and delivering employee safety training programs.
• Familiarity with emergency response planning, fire protection, spill response, and evacuation procedures.
• Strong understanding of workers' compensation, injury prevention, ergonomics, and return-to-work programs.
• Experience managing environmental permits, waste disposal, air emissions, wastewater, and stormwater compliance programs.
• Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence safety culture at all organizational levels.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management software.
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain regulatory documentation, and present safety performance metrics to management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, conduct facility inspections, and work in production, laboratory, warehouse, and outdoor environments as needed.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and workplace safety.

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