SITE EHS OPERATIONS MANAGER

OP Mobility; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

OP Mobility seeks an experienced Site EHS Operations Manager to lead environmental health and safety programs at our single-site manufacturing facility in Texas. You will ensure compliance with OSHA and ISO standards, drive safety initiatives, and manage regulatory reporting and training.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in EHS or related field, prior manufacturing EHS experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field.
• Experience managing EHS programs in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and ISO management systems.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Demonstrated accident investigation and root cause analysis experience.
• Knowledge of LOTO, hazard communication, emergency preparedness.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001, and applicable regulations.
• Manage environmental compliance programs including hazardous waste, wastewater, stormwater, air permitting, and air quality requirements.
• Lead workplace safety initiatives and maintain OSHA programs and logs; report and investigate incidents.
• Coordinate Safety Committee, emergency response plans, and corrective actions.
• Train and certify forklift operators and safety trainings.
• Serve as site representative for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems.
• Review and approve new chemicals; maintain SDS system and inventory.
• Oversee recycling operations and waste handling; pursue continuous improvement.
• Manage site security and access control; ensure asset protection.
• Lead LOTO program; develop procedures and conduct audits.
• Support CI and corrective action activities across the facility.

Skills

OSHA regulations

ISO management systems

Accident investigations

LOTO

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

EHS reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS reporting systems

Job description

SITE EHS OPERATIONS MANAGER

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Type of Contract: Long-term At-Will

Expected Hiring Date: August 2026

Scope: Single-site manufacturing facility

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001, and all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Manage environmental compliance programs including hazardous waste, solid waste, wastewater, stormwater, air permitting, and air quality requirements.
• Lead workplace safety initiatives, maintain OSHA-required programs and logs, and ensure timely reporting and investigation of all accidents, incidents, and injuries.
• Coordinate and lead the site Safety Committee, maintain emergency response plans, and oversee safety-related corrective actions and work orders.
• Train, certify, and maintain records for forklift operators and other required safety training.
• Serve as the facility representative for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Review and approve new chemicals for plant use and maintain an accurate chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system.
• Oversee recycling operations and personnel, ensuring proper waste segregation, material handling, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage site security personnel and activities, including access control, asset protection, incident response, and compliance with company security requirements.
• Lead the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program by developing procedures, coordinating training, conducting annual audits, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support continuous improvement and corrective action activities across the facility.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
• Experience managing EHS programs within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance requirements, and ISO management systems.
• Experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and occupational health and safety management systems.
• Demonstrated experience conducting accident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hazard communication, emergency preparedness, and industrial safety programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and EHS reporting systems.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Forklift trainer certification or CSP, CHMM, or ASP certification preferred.

Why Choose This Position?

• Play a key leadership role in protecting employees, the environment, and company assets.
• Lead impactful safety and sustainability initiatives that directly influence plant performance.
• Develop expertise in environmental compliance, safety management systems, and operational excellence.
• Work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Contribute to a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.