EHSS Manager

Evonik; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik Industries AG in the United States is seeking an EHSS Manager for the Reserve site. You will lead a safety-first culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage EHSS programs across air, water, waste, and incident response.

You will drive continuous improvement, oversee audits, training, and emergency response, and coordinate with regulators and contractors to protect personnel and the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• 5–8 years of EHSS experience in chemical/manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA regulations, RMP, and EHSS standards.
• Experience leading RCA and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety-first culture and ensure compliance with EHSS standards and regulations.
• Manage site compliance programs (OSHA PSM, EPA, RMP, permitting).
• Develop and maintain EHSS policies, procedures, and training.
• Conduct incident investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Identify EHSS risks and promote safe work practices.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, fire protection, and crisis management.
• Provide EHSS leadership to Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering.
• Monitor EHSS metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with regulators, auditors, and contractors to maintain compliance.
• Oversee site security and contractor safety at the Evonik Reserve site.

Skills

EHSS management

Regulatory compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Incident investigations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What we offer

At Evonik, you’re part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow’s medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents, additives for plastics recycling or membranes to help drive forward the energy transition, you’ll play an essential part in helping the world’s most essential industries succeed.

Our success hinges on a diversity of ideas powered by people, not egos. Whether you’re a scientist or engineer, new to the team or established, in business, production, or anything in between – we cheer each other on. Because we believe we can do anything. Explore everything. And Be Part of Something Special!

Find out more about the many benefits we offer:

https://www.evonik.com/en/careers/why.html

Meet the team and get to know the people behind Evonik:

https://www.evonik.com/en/news/meet-the-team.html

The EHSS Manager ensures the safe, compliant, and sustainable operation of the Evonik Reserve site by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security functions. This position is responsible for personnel safety, process safety, industrial hygiene, fire protection, emergency response, contractor safety, security, and environmental compliance across all site operations. The EHSS Manager monitors and audits workplace practices to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, company policies, and site procedures while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

As a key member of the site leadership team, the EHSS Manager interprets and integrates regulatory requirements to develop cost-effective, compliant solutions that support site operations and long‑term sustainability goals. This position drives regulatory compliance for air, water, waste, permitting, and internal Evonik reporting across all regions, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and industry best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and promote a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with company EHSS standards and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage site compliance programs related to OSHA PSM, EPA regulations, RMP, hazardous waste management, air, water, and waste permitting.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHSS policies, procedures, training programs, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses (RCA), driving corrective and preventive actions to improve site performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate EHSS risks through risk assessments, job safety analyses, and safe work practices.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response programs, including fire protection, evacuation planning, and crisis management.
• Provide EHSS leadership, coaching, and support to Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Laboratory, and other site functions.
• Monitor, analyze, and report EHSS performance metrics, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to achieve safety and sustainability goals.
• Serve as the primary site liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, contractors, and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance and positive relationships.
• Oversee site security programs, contractor safety compliance, and the protection of personnel, property, and company assets.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.
• 5–8 years of EHSS experience, preferably within chemical manufacturing, process manufacturing, or other regulated industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing EHSS programs, regulatory compliance, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA regulations, RMP, RCRA, Clean Air Act requirements, and other applicable EHSS standards.
• Proven ability to conduct and lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to drive EHSS initiatives and deliver measurable results.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence a safety-first culture throughout the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with EHSS compliance, incident management, and tracking systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including experience with ISO 14001/safety management systems, hazardous chemical handling, regulatory reporting, budget management, and strategic planning.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.