EHS & Compliance Manager

About This Role

Lead safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance across manufacturing operations. Build and implement comprehensive safety programs, manage HazMat and ISO systems, and cultivate a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead OSHA compliance across all facilities
• Build, implement, and enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), risk assessments, and safety audits
• Own and oversee critical programs including Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, PPE, Electrical Safety, Walking-Working Surfaces, and Hazard Communication
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and violations using root cause analysis
• Maintain OSHA logs (300, 300A, 301)
• Serve as the primary contact for OSHA inspections and inquiries
• Own the HazCom program company-wide, managing SDS systems, chemical inventories, and labeling standards
• Establish safe handling, storage, and disposal procedures for chemicals
• Lead spill response and emergency planning, coordinating hazardous waste disposal and environmental reporting
• Lead ISO-aligned management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 readiness), including document control, policy governance, and records management
• Build and manage internal audit programs, CAPA processes, and corrective action tracking
• Conduct internal compliance audits and gap analyses, preparing facilities for external audits and certifications
• Develop and deliver safety and compliance training for all employees, creating LMS-ready materials
• Oversee facilities in North Carolina and Pennsylvania, involving 10-25% travel for audits, inspections, training, and incident response

Requirements

• 7-10+ years of hands-on EHS/compliance experience in manufacturing
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910)
• Proven ownership of OSHA programs
• Proven ownership of HazCom & SDS systems
• Proven ownership of safety audits and investigations
• Experience supporting or maintaining ISO management systems
• Manufacturing floor experience (CNC, machining, grinding, blasting, coatings preferred)
• Strong documentation, tracking, and reporting skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7-10+ years of hands-on EHS/compliance experience in manufacturing

Nice to Have

• CSP certification
• ASP certification
• CHMM certification
• OSHA 30-Hour certification
• ISO Lead Auditor certification
• Multi-site manufacturing experience
• Experience responding to OSHA inspections or citations
• Experience building safety programs from the ground up

Skills

* Required skills