EHS Manager

OpSource Pro has partnered with a nonwovens industrial service in the upstate.

PAY FOR THE POSITION:

$90,000/yr.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Safety Manager will be responsible for overseeing EHS & Hygiene programs at two locations. The Safety manager will work closely with operations to ensure

compliance with regulatory bodies and standards, conducting audits and reviews of existing health and

safety policies, advising employees on safety procedures, conducting training sessions, and addressing

incidents and injuries.

JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION MAY INCLUDE:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Introduce innovative strategies to enhance EHS and Hygiene awareness.

Review and update safety and hygiene policies and procedures, including conducting compliance audits.

Monitor and communicate emerging trends and requirements in EHS and Hygiene policies.

Conduct site visits and spot audits, creating actionable improvement plans as needed.

Execute audits and complete necessary permitting and reporting documentation.

Lead comprehensive incident investigations, utilizing a 5 Whys analysis and implementing corrective actions.

Manage environmental issues, including waste management, air quality, and industrial hygiene strategies.

Develop and implement safety and hygiene programs for contractors and visitors.

Facilitate in-house training sessions focused on health and safety awareness.

Track incident metrics and leverage findings for continuous improvement.

Perform additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Bachelor’s degree or at least four (4) years of leadership experience in Environmental, Health, and

Safety within manufacturing, industrial, or military settings.

A minimum of 5-10 years managing EHS programs, with experience in conducting risk assessments,

leading a team, teaching first aid, and ensuring legal compliance.

Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to project sites using company vehicles.

Exceptional communication, presentation, training, facilitation, and project management skills are essential.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Access databases.

Experience in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and hygiene is required.

Experience in Behavior-Based Safety is preferred.

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification is preferred.

Desired experience in process safety management.

Strong analytical skills to effectively analyze safety and health data.

Experience in implementing or maintaining EHS Management Systems, such as ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of

this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to

use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to

stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up

to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and

the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.