EHS Senior Manager

Jobtailor; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead safety and regulatory programs in a lean manufacturing setting. The role focuses on compliance, incident investigation, training, and continuous improvement across the facility.

You will drive risk reduction, develop emergency plans, conduct audits, and coordinate with leadership to implement corrective actions. This position emphasizes data-driven safety management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in an environmental health and safety role in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Lockout/Tag out programs and machine guarding.
• Experience with forklift training.
• Proven experience managing and implementing projects.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, and standards (OSHA, EPA).
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and associated safety hazards.
• Training and facilitation experience and capability.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex safety concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental health and safety regulations within the facility.
• Lead safety programs and provide direction for the facility while coordinating with Corporate EHS.
• Develop and implement incident response plans and procedures, investigate incidents, and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee safety training, risk assessments, audits, and monthly EHS metrics reporting.
• Collaborate with management to continuously improve processes using lean and 5S/CI methodologies.
• Manage external agencies for safety inspections and maintain documentation and records.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Safety Protocol Development

Data Analysis

Project Management

Lockout/Tag Out Programs

Machine Guarding

Forklift Training

Safety Reporting

Continuous Improvement Methodologies

EHS Metrics Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety Reporting Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

• Compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety Regulations
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to environmental health and safety within the facility
• Manage federal, state, and local outside agencies for routine safety inspections
• Lead local safety and environmental programs and provide direction for facility
• Stay up to date on federal, state, and local regulations related to environmental health and safety and advise management on emerging trends and changes in regulations, assisting in the implementation of necessary measures to maintain compliance
• Develop and oversee incident response plans and procedures
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and other safety incidents to identify root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Ensure proper onsite management and offsite disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes to protect air and water quality and comply with applicable regulations
• Conduct daily activities including incident review, risk assessment, action item tracking, reporting, 5S/CI events, classroom & virtual training and project tracking
• Working with Corporate EHS Director to implement enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Manage local Safety and Environmental programs and provide direction for each facility
• Conduct regular inspections and audits for the facility to assess compliance with safety regulations and internal policies; provide recommendations and guidance for corrective actions as needed
• Develop and implement safety protocols, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and hazards in the workplace
• Collaborate with management to develop and maintain emergency response plans. Conduct drills and exercises to assess the effectiveness of emergency protocols and ensure employees are prepared
• Drive closure of recommendations to reduce identified risks
• Establish and implement facility and organizational safety communications to ensure employees are aware of potential hazards and safety initiatives
• Develop, deliver, and track environmental and safety training, increase awareness and drive safety practices
• Maintain exact records and documentation related to safety programs, incidents, inspections, and training activities
• Develop, manage, and check monthly metrics and audits for EHS/CI
• Prepare reports and presentations on safety and continuous improvement performance, trends, and recommendations for management
• Regularly communicate with leadership on projects, ongoing issues, and opportunities to reduce risk and waste
• Apply Lean principles to EHS - standard work, layered process audits
• Act as a change agent across the network
• Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, machinery and material flow to identify potential risk as it relates to safety
• Champion initiatives that identify and communicate facility risk exposure and prioritize risk reduction needs
• Manage and support corporate EHS safety board and safety recognition programs
• Support facility-wide continuous improvement and lead management of change efforts to ensure changes are done safely

Requirements

• 5-10 years in an environmental health and safety role in a lean manufacturing environment
• Experience in Lockout/Tag out programs and machine guarding
• Experience with forklift training
• Proven experience managing and implementing projects
• In-depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, and standards (OSHA, EPA)
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and associated safety hazards
• Training and facilitation experience and capability
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex safety concepts to diverse audiences
• Analytical mindset with the proven ability to assess risks, identify trends, interpret operational needs, and recommend appropriate corrective actions
• Problem solving and data analysis skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, influence, and coach stakeholders at varying levels of the organization
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in using software applications and tools for safety reporting, data analysis, and documentation
• Strong PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to develop summary graphs, tables, pivot tables, and other reports using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance, risk assessment, and incident management within a lean manufacturing environment. Proficient in developing safety protocols, conducting training, and utilizing data analysis for continuous improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Environmental Health And Safety Compliance
• Incident Management And Investigation
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• OSHA And EPA Regulations
• Training And Facilitation

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Risk Assessment
• Safety Protocol Development
• Data Analysis
• Project Management
• Lockout/Tag Out Programs
• Machine Guarding
• Forklift Training
• Safety Reporting
• Continuous Improvement Methodologies
• EHS Metrics Management

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Analytical Mindset
• Problem Solving
• Collaboration And Influence
• Organizational And Time Management Skills

Industry Keywords

• Environmental Health And Safety
• Safety Inspections
• Emergency Response Plans
• Hazardous Waste Management
• 5S/CI Events

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Safety Reporting Software
• Data Analysis Tools