EHS Manager

Justrite Safety Group • Mattoon, IL

7d • $95,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Justrite Safety Group is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to oversee the EHS program at our Mattoon, IL operations. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. You will lead initiatives to reduce workplace hazards, manage regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of safety across all levels of the organization. This position plays a key role in driving continuous improvement in safety performance, environmental stewardship, and ensuring the well-being of our employees and operations.

In this role, you will report directly to the Director of Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety, setting the stage for your career to soar! This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals.

As a member of our Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety (QEHS) team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading organizations and top brands, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and driving initiatives that create a safer workplace. Our QEHS team is committed to building and maintaining strong safety programs, focusing on risk reduction and regulatory excellence. With a deep commitment to employee safety and operational integrity, you’ll be part of a team recognized for its dedication to creating safe environments and implementing innovative safety solutions. This role offers the chance to work alongside top professionals in the field, contributing to the continuous improvement of a company at the forefront of safety innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Safety/Environmental/Safety Science/Engineering or related area
• 5-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of regional and local EHS compliance and regulatory requirements as they relate to the manufacturing and facility operations.
• Travel required, up to 10%
• Some knowledge of the Quality aspects in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Strong technical writing skills.
• Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to influence change and ability to pivot quickly in a complex and consistently adaptive environment.
• Servant leader mentality, posing exemplary listening skills and the ability to lead with empathy through awareness and foresight.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Previous experience in environmental and/or safety at a manufacturing setting.
• Exposure to interacting with a represented work force.
• ISO exposure.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer effective occupational health, safety, ergonomics and industrial hygiene programs, including health services functions and maintenance of related policy and procedures.
• Maintain site-specific environmental permits (e.g. air stormwater, wastewater, etc) and reporting requirements.
• Identify hazards and facilitate preventive actions with responsible parties to control hazards and identify additional safeguards needed throughout the site.
• Maintain a strong presence on the factory floor to coach employees toward safer behavior and self-sufficient safety problem solving.
• Manage hazardous waste material streams throughout the factory.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental health and safety regulations, and conformance to internal and industry standards.
• Deliver EHS training and maintain training records.
• Perform Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and help internal and external teams develop Standard Operating Procedures.
• Responsible for installation, inspection, and mapping of emergency equipment and evacuation maps.
• Establish target areas and long-range incident/accident prevention and cost control objectives including working with the HR Manager to reduce worker’s compensations costs.
• Lead the Safety Committee and other employee involvement initiatives to achieve organizational safety goals.
• Maintain a system for reporting, monitoring, and correcting safety problems. Review incident reports using these systems to help determine what corrective actions need taken to prevent re-occurrence.
• Owns and administers the Workers’ Compensation program.
• Maintain the OSHA 300 logs and required agency submittals
• Serve as the interface for dealing with and solving issues with agencies such as OSHA, NIOSH, EPA, state regulatory groups etc. Participates in outside agency site inspections/audits and agency correspondence.
• Investigate injuries to identify root cause and complete companywide Safety Alerts.
• Ensure that all areas are inspected for any conditions that pose potential problems and make recommendations for major projects and procedures that implement and maintain safety measures
• Maintain the Safety Library by surveying and keeping current on all relevant topics to ensure ongoing preparedness on topics related to safety improvement and hazard prevention.
• Monitor and control industrial hygiene related to the long-term effects of factors such as chemical exposure, noise, lighting, heat, humidity, etc.
• Conduct EHS orientation for new employees to ensure compliance to company EHS practices.
• Assist with Quality related activities.
• Responsible for any other project that may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

• Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being.
• You’ll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• We understand the importance of work-life balance, so we offer flexible hours and remote work options, giving you the freedom to manage your time effectively.
• Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you’re protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
• To ensure you’re at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness.
• At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level