EHS Manager: Safety, Compliance & Training Lead

FMI Aerostructures; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

FMI Aerostructures in Santa Clarita, CA seeks an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead company-wide programs ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across manufacturing operations. This role drives continuous improvement in safety standards, practices, and employee well-being.

The position emphasizes training, incident investigations, hazardous materials, and collaboration with stakeholders to support growth and aerospace programs with major partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in EHS management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Professional certification in EHS (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations and standards (OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, etc.).
• Experience with EHS auditing and risk assessments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs and initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in EHS management systems and software.
• Experience in incident investigation, reporting, and analysis.
• Ability to conduct and coordinate employee training on EHS topics.
• Capability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental health and safety (EHS) programs and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Manage and coordinate all activities related to OSHA and other regulatory bodies.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee the management of hazardous materials, including storage, disposal, and emergency response planning.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees at all levels within the organization.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and report on progress to senior management and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS considerations into business operations and project planning.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices in environmental health and safety.
• Facilitate the establishment and tracking of EHS goals and objectives to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to manage workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs for employees injured on the job.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies for all EHS matters, including permitting, reporting, and documentation.
• Monitor changes in EHS regulations and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement.
• Develop emergency response plans and lead drills to ensure preparedness for environmental or safety emergencies.
• Manage the EHS budget, including purchasing safety equipment and managing contracts with external vendors and consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem-solving

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Training delivery

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field

Tools

EHS software

Job description

FMI Aerostructures in Santa Clarita, CA seeks an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead company-wide programs ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across manufacturing operations. This role drives continuous improvement in safety standards, practices, and employee well-being.

The position emphasizes training, incident investigations, hazardous materials, and collaboration with stakeholders to support growth and aerospace programs with major partners.