Environmental Manager

Flex N Gate; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex N-Gate in the United States seeks an Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead and maintain EHS programs at the facility, ensuring a safe, healthy, accident-free workplace. The role includes inspections, training, regulatory compliance, and mentoring staff across shifts.

Responsibilities cover program design, reporting to regulators, and continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System in a manufacturing setting. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental management, health & safety or related field.
• Five years environmental management experience in manufacturing.
• Current waste water and storm water certifications.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, compliance and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with database apps and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental management training, inspections and reporting.
• Perform site compliance inspections including labeling, waste, spill prevention and storm water.
• Monitor adherence to environmental programs for employees and contractors.
• Coordinate emergency response teams across shifts.
• Plan and deliver training on regulatory compliance for supervisors and staff.
• Direct environmental personnel and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain up-to-date regulatory knowledge and industry best practices.

Skills

Analytical

Coaching

Communication

Team Work

Planning & organizing

Time Management

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Ethics & Integrity

Learning & Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

SummaryThe

Environmental Health & Safety Manager develops implements and maintains all Environmental, Health and Safety programs for the facility to ensure h safe, healthy and accident-free work environment by performing personally or through direct reports.

Core Competencies

AnalyticalAccountability and DependabilityCoaching and MentoringCommunication Creative and Innovative ThinkingCustomer FocusDecision Making and JudgementDevelopment and Continual LearningEnergy and Stress ManagementEnforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations Ethics and IntegrityPlanning and OrganizingProblem SolvingResearch and Analysis Team WorkTime Management

Job Duties

Responsible for environmental management training, job site inspections and reportingPerform job site environmental compliance inspections including hazard communication, chemical labeling, waste management, spill prevention and storm water pollution prevention through written reports and recommendationsResponsible for monitoring adherence to the company environmental management program by all Flex-N-Gate employees and subcontractorsCoordinates emergency response teams on all shifts at facilityResearch, plan, organize and conduct training programs/seminars for Flex-N-Gate supervisors and field employees, with regard to environmental regulatory compliance.Coordinate the activities of other environmental compliance personnel within one or more divisions and departments, if appropriatePlan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate departmental environmental management programsHandles all environmental testing, recordkeeping and submission of reports to local, state or provincial and federal regulatorsProvide advice and counsel to management and other employee groups in the application of effective environmental programs and proceduresDesign environmental management standards to conform to industry standards and federal, state or provincial and local regulationsDevelop and implement complex environmental programs by inspecting or reviewing areas, equipment, processes, and work activities with a focus on continuous improvement of Environmental Management SystemsCoordinate inspections, investigations, and environmental management activities with departmentsResearch environmental management information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the work placeAdvise on improvements in tracking and reporting proceduresLead and/or participate on teams with environmental, technical, management, and other team membersPeriodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teamsProvides direction and/or guidance to less experienced environmental personnel, supervises direct or indirect associates in the departmentMaintain up-to-date environmental regulatory knowledge and stay current with industry trends and best practices

Requirements

University Bachelor’s Degree in environmental management, health & safety or related field Five years environmental management work experience in a manufacturing environmentMaintain current waste water and storm water certificationsThorough knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations, compliance and reportingStrong organizational skillsStrong communication skills (both verbal and written)Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detailStrong analytical abilitySupervisory and interpersonal skills are requiredTroubleshooting ability is requiredStrong decision making and problem solving skillsProven good presentation skillsAbility to manage & prioritize multiple projectsDetail orientated