EHS Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and support EHS personnel in developing and implementing programs that promote and strengthen a proactive safety culture.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop EHS team members while supporting their professional growth and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable internal and external EHS regulations, standards, and requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional relationships with regulatory agencies and authorities.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures, and initiatives focused on incident prevention, environmental protection, and pollution prevention.
• Conduct regular EHS audits, inspections, assessments, and management reviews to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response and preparedness plans.
• Define, coordinate, and oversee EHS training programs to ensure employees have the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely and compliantly.
• Provide support and leadership during federal and state regulatory audits and inspections.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Collect, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics and key performance indicators.
• Prepare management reports highlighting EHS trends, risks, performance gaps, and recommended improvement actions.
• Analyze accident, injury, near-miss, and incident data to identify trends and opportunities for prevention.
• Develop, coordinate, and/or conduct EHS audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Process Safety and Continuous Improvement
• Provide EHS expertise and guidance for new, modified, and existing processes.
• Analyze EHS statistics, records, and documentation to identify trends, risks, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Promote safe work practices and behaviors while supporting employee development and accountability.
• Monitor and follow up on corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely resolution of EHS issues.
• Identify, propose, and implement ergonomic improvements to reduce workplace risks and enhance employee well-being.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen EHS performance and operational excellence.

Who You Are

You have a strong understanding of EHS regulations and a demonstrated commitment to ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, standards, and requirements.

You have a proven track record of developing and implementing effective EHS initiatives that improve safety performance, reduce risk, and foster a strong safety culture.

Beyond your technical expertise, you are an effective leader and communicator who is comfortable challenging the status quo and driving meaningful change.

You build strong, collaborative relationships with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization and work effectively with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders.

You are also a proactive problem-solver who can identify root causes, develop practical solutions, and address potential EHS risks before they result in serious incidents or regulatory concerns.

• For This Role, You Will Need
• Proven experience leading EHS teams and programs with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and workplace safety.
• Extensive knowledge of EHS regulations, compliance standards, and best practices across different legal jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated success in developing, implementing, and leading comprehensive EHS programs.
• Proven ability to conduct safety audits, inspections, and assessments to identify workplace hazards and risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage employees, management, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, empower, and inspire teams to prioritize safety and environmental responsibility.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify EHS issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Solid knowledge of risk assessment, mitigation, and management techniques.
• Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English, with approximately 90% proficiency in both languages.
• Master's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in occupational safety, health, and environmental management, or an equivalent role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of experience focused on environmental, health, and safety regulations, including STPS/NOM requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of international, federal, state, municipal, environmental, health, and safety regulations and requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data analysis, and reporting functions.
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