Manager, EHS

AGCO Corporation; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays and paid time off

Health savings and flexible spending

Life insurance and supplemental plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AGCO Corporation is seeking a Regional Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead the development and refinement of EHS programs across North America and LATAM, with a primary focus at the Batavia, IL facility. You will guide safety training, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance in a large industrial setting.

This on-site role requires collaboration with operations to meet safety targets, manage metrics, and oversee a formal safety management system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an EHS related technical, scientific, or engineering discipline.
• 5+ years in an industrial manufacturing EHS role with at least 250 staff.
• 5+ years developing and implementing OSHA safety training policies on topics like machine guarding, lock-out/tag-out, confined space entry, hazard communication, fall protection, PPE, accident investigation, ergonomics, and electrical safety.
• 5+ years of experience with OSHA general industry standards in manufacturing, with ability to read, interpret, and implement.
• 3+ years knowledge of EPA/state regulations on air quality, storm water, hazardous materials, pollution prevention; degree in related field; CSP/CIH; OSHA 30-hour Trainer desired.
• Experience with Formal Safety Management System (ISO 14001/45001) and basic MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise management on EHS matters and present environmental and safety findings.
• Coordinate environmental plans and compliance with permits and programs.
• Oversee workers' compensation program and support safety system maintenance (fire, egress, security).
• Review new chemicals, equipment, and processes for safety impacts and metrics tracking.
• Support project reviews and training programs, and participate in industry groups to benchmark activities.

Skills

EHS expertise

Incident investigation

OSHA general industry standards

Environmental compliance

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS related field

CSP/CIH certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Not everyone can claim to feed the world, but it is part of our every day. Behind everything we do for our farmers, there is one AGCO team making it happen. We are proud to put our curiosity to work, building a better and more sustainable world. Join our extraordinary team today!

Regional Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

The Regional Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and refining all EHS procedures & programs in accordance with regulatory and corporate EHS requirements to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. This position works closely with the operations team on safety and environmental targets and objectives within the PARTS division. The EHS Manager provides support to all AGCO-Parts sites located within North America, and LATAM but primarily works out of our largest and most active facility in Batavia, IL.

Your Impact

• Advise all levels of management and safety subcommittees on EHS matters. Provide environmental and safety expertise to line organizations in areas such as environmental compliance reporting, ergonomics, electrical safety, machine guarding, confined space entry, and lock-out/tag-out. Review associated incident and injury data, and conduct follow up interviews and investigations.
• Organize and present findings to business units, local management, and corporate personnel. Coordinate environmental plans and ensure compliance with programs such as air quality, storm water, hazardous materials, business plans, pollution prevention, and spill plans. Coordinate internal onsite audits/site inspections/ training to ensure compliance with permits and programs.
• Coordinate facility workers’ compensation program including return to work program. Work in conjunction with plant engineering to maintain all safety systems such as fire detection and suppression, egress, plant security, and parking. Manage emergency response capabilities. Oversee all incidents and near miss investigations.
• Review and approve the proposed introduction of new chemicals, equipment, and processes to the site. Provide input to site managers by identifying and tracking appropriate safety metrics and assessing performance. Provide guidance to assigned units by participating in capital project reviews consistent with the level of EHS expertise needed. Facilitate the implementation and sharing of programs, procedures, tools, and successfully demonstrated practices.
• Participate in the review of new projects, sites, and research initiatives to ensure proper implementation of company EHS programs and policies, provide EHS consulting services to operations and business units. Review and interpret new and proposed regulations for applicability, develop associated implementation and training programs and procedures. Participate in professional industry groups to further develop individual capabilities and to benchmark company activities.

Your Experience And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an EHS related technical, scientific, or engineering discipline
• 5+ years working in an EHS role within an industrial manufacturing environment, (such as welding, machining, break-press, laser cutting and industrial assembly), with at least 250+ staff
• 5+ years in an EHS role that includes developing and implementing OSHA safety training policies and procedures on topics including machine guarding, lock-out/tag-out, confined space entry, hazard communication, fall protection, personal protective equipment (PPE), accident investigation, ergonomics, and electrical safety procedures.
• 5+ years of experience working with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for general industry within an industrial manufacturing environment, including the aptitude to read, interpret, and implement OSHA standards.
• 3+ years of knowledge in Environment Protection Agency (EPA) and/or state (i.e., KDHE, IEPA) regulations regarding the management of air quality, storm water, hazardous materials, and pollution prevention. Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, or Industrial Engineering. Certifications desired such as CSP, CIH, etc. Authorized OSHA general industry 30-hour Trainer desired.
• Experience overseeing or implementing a Formal Safety Management System. Experience overseeing or implementing formal Hazard Prevention and Control Systems. ISO 14001 and 45001 occupational health and safety management system and environmental management system experience. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Your Benefits

• Health care and wellness plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and supplemental insurance plans
• Opportunities for learning and professional development

Your Compensation

This position offers a base salary range of $89,000 to $125,000 with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This role is also eligible for a target annual bonus eligibility of 15% of base salary, as part of AGCO’s total rewards program.

Your Workplace

This role follows AGCO’s on‑site work model, with employees primarily working from an AGCO location (Batavia_IL) for a minimum of 4 days per week to support collaboration and teamwork.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.