Lead Industrial EHS Manager: Safety & Compliance

ACTalent; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

PTO 120 hours

Paid holidays

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead all environmental, health, and safety programs at our Kokomo, IN facility. You will drive a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational goals by overseeing environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, and risk management.

The role requires 7+ years in EHS within industrial or manufacturing settings, with strong OSHA knowledge and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• BS in EHS, engineering, or related field required.
• 7+ years in EHS roles within industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all environmental, health, and safety initiatives across the facility to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Develop and execute site-wide EHS strategies focused on regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and performance improvement.
• Establish team goals, KPIs, and metrics aligned with business objectives and monitor progress against them.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development for EHS team members to build a high-performing function.
• Partner with cross-functional leadership to advise on safety, compliance, and operational risks and to integrate EHS into decision-making.
• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, permits, and reporting requirements at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Oversee environmental programs related to air quality, water management, hazardous waste, and chemical reporting.
• Monitor changes in environmental regulations and update internal programs, procedures, and controls as needed.
• Drive initiatives focused on waste reduction, resource conservation, and mitigation of environmental impacts.
• Maintain and improve safety management systems and regulatory compliance programs across the site.
• Oversee core safety programs, including energy control procedures (lockout/tagout), confined space entry, fall protection, machine safeguarding, hazard communication, and PPE.
• Review incident investigations to ensure thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics to identify trends and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Ensure timely resolution of identified hazards, audit findings, and compliance gaps.
• Oversee emergency response planning, crisis management, and business continuity programs for the facility.
• Ensure fire protection systems and equipment are properly maintained, inspected, and kept in compliance.
• Support emergency drills, employee training, and preparedness exercises to strengthen response capability.
• Maintain up-to-date emergency procedures, response protocols, and documentation.
• Coordinate with external emergency services and relevant agencies as needed to support emergency preparedness and response.
• Act as the primary contact for regulatory inspections and audits related to environmental and safety matters.
• Manage communication and relationships with environmental and safety agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Lead responses to compliance issues, findings, and enforcement actions, including development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct internal audits and system reviews to verify compliance and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and capital plans related to EHS programs.
• Oversee spending for compliance programs, safety initiatives, and environmental services, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Manage third-party vendors, consultants, and service providers supporting EHS activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining high standards of compliance and safety.
• Ensure employees receive required training related to safety, environmental programs, and emergency response.
• Support leaders in driving accountability for EHS responsibilities throughout the organization.
• Encourage employee involvement in safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and deliver communication programs that reinforce EHS expectations, policies, and best practices.

Skills

EHS leadership

Regulatory compliance

OSHA standards

Safety training

Environmental programs

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead all environmental, health, and safety programs at our Kokomo, IN facility. You will drive a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational goals by overseeing environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, and risk management.

The role requires 7+ years in EHS within industrial or manufacturing settings, with strong OSHA knowledge and leadership capabilities.