Manager, EHS

Southwire Company; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking an EHS Manager to lead the environmental health and safety function across assigned operations. You will provide technical guidance to leadership and develop programs that foster a culture of safety, compliance and environmental stewardship, operating with direction from the Plant Manager and coordinating cross-functionally.

The role focuses on regulatory compliance, safety training, audits, and continuous improvement to reduce risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering or related science.
• Minimum five years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in waste management, air/water permitting, emergency response and regulatory compliance (EPA, OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Advises senior leadership and department heads on complex EHS issues, offering expert recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure safety culture across the organization.
• Coordinates processes and assignments across departments to implement EHS policies and procedures, aligning resources with goals.
• Defines project terms for EHS initiatives with clear objectives and expectations for team members.
• Implements EHS programs and systems to ensure regulatory compliance and internal policies, including inspections, assessments, and training.
• Evaluates performance of EHS initiatives through audits and safety metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Establishes relationships with external regulatory agencies and stakeholders to align with evolving regulations.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations, including environmental impact assessments and hazardous materials management.
• Manages recruitment, hiring, and development of EHS team members with coaching and mentorship.
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives using lean principles and Kaizen events to reduce ergonomic risk.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies.
• Manages staff performance and development.

Skills

Environmental Engineering

Regulatory Compliance

Training & Development

Record Keeping

Safety Training

Biology

Stormwater Management

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety/Engineering

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Job Summary

The EHS Manager manages the enviromental healt and safety (EHS) function across assigned operations and provides leadership to professional team members and/or supervisors. The EHS Manager is accountable for the performance and results of the EHS team, ensuring ocmpliance with all federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations. This individual adapts departmental plans and priorities to address operational challenges and evolving regulatory standards. Provides technical guidance and experties to leadership, employees, and customers while developing and implementing programs that foster a culture of safety, compliance and environmental stewardship. Operates with guidance from Plant Manager and corporate safety. Collaborates cross-functionality to integrate EHS practices into business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Advises senior leadership and department heads on complex EHS issues, offering expert recommendations to mitigate risks, comply with regulations, and the overall safety culture within the organization.
• Coordinates processes and assignments across departments to ensure efficient and effective implementation of EHS policies and procedures, aligning resources with organizational goals.
• Defines project terms for EHS-related initiatives, setting clear objectives and expectations for team members and ensuring the successful execution of these projects in line with business priorities.
• Implements EHS programs and systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, including safety inspections, environmental assessments, and training programs. Educates employees and leadership on EHS policies and procedures, conducting training sessions, and providing guidance to foster a safety-conscious environment and prevent workplace accidents.
• Evaluates performance of EHS initiatives and team members by assessing program effectiveness, conducting audits, and reviewing safety metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Establishes strong working relationships with external regulatory agencies and industry stakeholders to ensure continuous alignment with evolving regulations and best practices in environmental health and safety.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local EHS regulations, including environmental impact assessments, hazardous materials management, and employee safety protocols, by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislation and compliance requirements.
• Manages the recruitment, hiring, and development of EHS team members, providing coaching and mentorship to ensure ongoing professional growth and operational efficiency within the team.
• Leverage lean principles and Kaizen events, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional ergonomic risk to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering or related science

Minimum five years experience in a manufacturing environment

Must have experience in waste management, airwater permiting, emergency response and regulatory compliance (EPA, OSHA)

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in safety, industrial hygiene, engineering or related science.

Prefer 8-11 years experience in manufacturing environment.

Licenses/Certificates: OSHA 10-hour, OSHA 30-hour, ASP, CSP, SMS

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes Number of Direct Reports: 1-2

Travel

Domestic Travel less than 20% at a time.

Physical Requirements

Moving: 15%

Standing: 10%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Attracts Top Talent

Drives Results

Courage

Decision Quality

Communicates Effectively

Skills

Environmental Engineering

Regulatory Compliance

Training And Development

Record Keeping

Safety Training

Biology

Accountability

Stormwater Management

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Flexible Work Schedules

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Denton
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas