EHS Manager – Whitehall Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an EHS Manager to oversee environmental health and safety initiatives at Whitehall area manufacturers. This role focuses on incident investigations, OSHA reporting, training delivery, PPE management, and emergency preparedness across shifts.

You will contribute to building long-term safety programs and performance metrics while partnering with local plants to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental science, engineering or related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting with EHS responsibilities.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Proven incident investigations and corrective action leadership.
• Strong written and verbal training and reporting skills.
• Ability to work on the plant floor across shifts.

Responsibilities

• 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 employees.
• 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.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Incident investigations

Safety training

Training & reporting

Plant-floor work across shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental science, engineering or related field

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

Job Description:

EHS Manager | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 – $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for workplace safety and environmental compliance? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Whitehall 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.

This posting covers EHS Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Whitehall in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Whitehall area seeking experienced EHS Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.


• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.


• Ability to work on the plant floor across shifts.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in industrial hygiene or ergonomics.


• Experience with behavior based safety programs.


• Familiarity with workers compensation case management.


• Certified Safety Professional or similar certification.


• Experience with ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 management systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.

Required Skills:

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Salary Package:

$ 82,000.00 – 127,000.00 (US Dollar)