EHS Manager

Creative Modular Construction•Springfield, MO

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About The Position

Creative Modular Construction (CMC) is seeking an experienced, hands-on Safety Manager to lead Health, Safety & Environmental initiatives across a fast-paced modular construction manufacturing environment. This high-impact leadership role focuses on building a strong safety culture, reducing risk, developing people, and driving accountability. The manager partners with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Leadership to create safer processes and continually improve operations. The role leads the Safety Department, its priorities, programs, and performance metrics across nine facilities. It oversees regulatory compliance, safety investigations and reporting, safety training and engagement, a range of workplace safety programs, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; significant relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
3–5+ years of progressive safety experience in manufacturing, industrial, or modular construction.
Strong knowledge of OSHA compliance and workplace safety practices.
Experience with incident investigations and corrective action.
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification.
First Aid / CPR / AED certification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.
Valid driver’s license and successful reference check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
Experience leading a safety department or direct reports.
OSHA 500 Train-the-Trainer.
CSP or ASP designation.
ISO 45001 awareness.
DOT regulatory experience.
Experience with safety management software and JHA/SOP development.

Responsibilities

Lead the Safety Department, priorities, programs, and performance metrics across nine facilities.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections, documentation, and corrective actions.
Lead accident, injury, near-miss, and root-cause investigations.
Develop and maintain safety programs, SOPs, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
Manage OSHA recordkeeping, workers’ compensation, incident reporting, and safety metrics.
Develop and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual safety training.
Oversee new-hire safety orientation and weekly toolbox talks.
Manage LOTO, PPE, HazCom, Machine Guarding, Fall Protection, Forklift Safety, Hearing Conservation, and Emergency Response programs.
Address hazards involving welding, fabrication, electrical work, material handling, cranes, and heavy equipment.
Lead Safety Committee meetings and strengthen employee safety engagement.
Manage environmental compliance and support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean and 5S.
Provide leadership with clear, concise safety updates, trends, and recommendations.
Identify safety gaps proactively and take ownership of solutions and results.