Remote EHS Manager — Manufacturing Safety & Compliance

ThermoSafe; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 150,160 - 168,930; Full time

Job summary

ThermoSafe is seeking a Manager of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead safety programs across US plants and support environmental reporting initiatives. The role requires hands-on leadership, audits, risk assessments, and training to drive a proactive safety culture.

Travel up to 50-70% to plants, partner with Corporate Sustainability, develop policies, and ensure OSHA/ANSI compliance. Strong communication and reporting skills are essential for executive updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
• Certification in safety management, such as CSP or CIH, preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety management role with Manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and ANSI requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, influence, and motivate teams to achieve safety objectives.
• Proficiency with safety management software, reporting tools, and related systems.
• Experience in Environmental programs, although the role requires a strong safety bias.

Responsibilities

• Travel to all ThermoSafe US plant locations, travel up to 50-70% of the time as needed.
• Support Corporate Sustainability Manager in ensuring plant compliance with Environmental reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies, procedures, programs, and initiatives.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental requirements with local, state, and federal safety regulations and applicable industry standards.
• Lead safety training programs for employees at all levels of the organization.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with management to develop safety goals, objectives, and performance improvement plans.
• Maintain accurate records of safety-related incidents, inspections, training, corrective actions, and compliance activities.
• Stay current with industry’s best practices, regulatory updates, and emerging environmental & safety trends.
• Promote a strong culture of safety through communication, employee engagement, and visible leadership.
• Prepare and present safety performance reports, metrics, and recommendations to senior management.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership / influence

Safety software proficiency

Environmental program experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Science

CSP or CIH certification preferred

Job description

ThermoSafe is seeking a Manager of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead safety programs across US plants and support environmental reporting initiatives. The role requires hands-on leadership, audits, risk assessments, and training to drive a proactive safety culture.

Travel up to 50-70% to plants, partner with Corporate Sustainability, develop policies, and ensure OSHA/ANSI compliance. Strong communication and reporting skills are essential for executive updates.