Maintenance / EHS Supervisor

Emerson; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Olive Branch, MS is seeking a Maintenance / EHS Supervisor to lead maintenance and EHS functions within a fast‑paced distribution center. You will manage powered equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, and safety programs to keep operations safe and efficient.

This hands‑on leadership role requires 4+ years in maintenance/EHS within a DC, 3+ years supervising hourly staff, and strong Excel/Office skills to build reports and dashboards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years in a Maintenance/EHS and Facilities role within a DC.
• 3+ years supervisory experience overseeing hourly staff.
• Ability to independently lead and manage EHS programs.
• Strong communication and MS Excel/PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce EHS policies and procedures.
• Submit regulatory reporting on time.
• Develop non‑EHS staff to support EHS programs.
• Lead workers' compensation management.
• Collaborate with OSHA, EPA, state/local regulators.
• Lead investigations of incidents and root-cause analyses.
• Conduct routine safety observations and training.
• Lead EHS meetings with facility personnel.
• Provide maintenance support for the facility and utilities.
• Schedule and lead preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Drive 5S and hygiene compliance across the site.
• Identify and upgrade equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

EHS program execution

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Safety training

Data reporting

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Cross-functional collaboration

WMS/ERP familiarity

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Preventive maintenance software

Job description

Emerson is seeking a Maintenance / EHS Supervisor to join our team in Olive Branch, Mississippi. In this role, you will lead Maintenance and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) functions while overseeing facility operations and powered equipment maintenance. You will play an essential role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a safe, clean, and efficient work environment. This opportunity is well‑suited for someone who enjoys a hands‑on leadership role in a dynamic distribution center setting.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Implement, complete, and ensure adherence to Company's Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Ensure all required company and regulatory reporting requirements are submitted on‑time.
• Develop non‑EHS site personnel to support implementation of EHS programs.
• Assist in the management of workers compensation.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, State/Local Regulators)
• Responsible to lead management personnel in the investigations of facility incidents and complaints regarding unsafe working conditions and practices. Help identify an immediate solution, the root cause, and track corrective actions to completion.
• Conduct routine safety observations to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, company environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Represent management during EHS Meetings along with other facility personnel.
• Serve as a facilitator for hourly and supervisory employee EHS and New Hire training.
• Serve as an advisory Member of the Safety Committee and adhere to OSHA regulations.
• Performs other EHS duties as required by management.
• Schedule and lead preventative maintenance for all machining, assembly and other equipment located in the Olive Branch facility.
• Provide maintenance support for the entire facility including management of utilities, HVAC, fire suppressant systems, etc.
• Plan and lead overall maintenance and special projects.
• Responsible for ensuring facility atmosphere, 5S and hygiene compliance.
• Assist in upgrading existing equipment to safer, efficient and productive alternatives.
• Establishes and maintains specific preventive maintenance schedules on equipment and facilities.
• Performs other facility duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

You create and implement plans that allocate resources precisely. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions. You marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done. Deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulate messages in a way that is broadly understandable.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a Maintenance, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Facilities role within a distribution center environment.
• A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience overseeing hourly employees in a fast‑paced distribution center setting.
• Proven ability to independently lead and manage EHS programs with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated success in preparing for and passing internal EHS audits.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Office Suite, with the ability to create reports, dashboards, and training materials.
• Effective presentation and facilitation skills, with experience leading safety meetings, training sessions, and cross‑functional initiatives.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Experience handling recordable injuries
• Experience administering workers compensation
• Exposure to all Industrial Hygiene Programs with emphasis on ergonomics identifying, evaluating, and controlling workplace hazards to protect worker health and safety
• Behavioral based safety background.
• Knowledge of Preventive Maintenance Software a plus.
• Strong hands‑on experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We champion an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. We believe complementary teams, working together, are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We provide flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet your physical, mental, financial, and social needs, including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Work Authorization:

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.