EHS Manager

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining site Environmental, Health, and Safety programs in support of regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and a strong safety culture.

Requirements

• Lead and execute all site EHS programs, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and corporate requirements.
• Serve as the site subject matter expert for environmental compliance, including RCRA requirements related to hazardous waste handling, treatment operations, inspections, training, record-keeping, and readiness for regulatory audits.
• Manage day-to-day EHS activities as a one-person department, prioritizing both strategic initiatives and tactical site support.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and communicate trends, risks, and recommendations to site leadership and headquarters.
• Develop, implement, and sustain site procedures, risk controls, and training programs that promote a safe and compliant work environment.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions; prepare documentation and corrective actions as needed.
• Own or support investigations, root cause analysis, and timely responses to CAPAs, audit findings, incidents, and compliance gaps.
• Deliver clear, effective presentations and training sessions to leadership, employees, and cross-functional teams.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and other functions to drive continuous improvement and strengthen EHS awareness and accountability.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through leadership, visibility, coaching, and effective communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Progressive EHS experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably within medical devices, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing EHS responsibilities independently, with the ability to function effectively as a one-person department.
• Strong knowledge of RCRA and environmental compliance requirements, particularly in facilities with hazardous waste treatment or related operations.
• Experience preparing responses to CAPAs, audit observations, and regulatory findings.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven leadership ability with the capacity to influence without direct authority and drive accountability across the organization.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.