EHS Manager

Sika AG•Marion, OH

About The Position

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health science, or similar degree.
5-10 years professional experience in occupational safety, environmental, or similar role(s).
Strong verbal, written, analytical and influence skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
Knowledge of the following areas: EPA (Environmental) OSHA (Occupational Safety), EPA RMP (Risk Management Plan) and similar regulations and reporting.
Experience fostering a world class safety culture (E.g., Bradley Curve)
Self-motivated, self-starter.

Nice To Haves

Chemical or similar manufacturing backgrounds preferred
CSP or CIH and/or MS preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead site in areas of Environmental, Health & Safety, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene and Emergency Response.
Coach leadership team on safe behaviors, conditions, and approaches for improved safety culture
Lead and manage all aspects of EHS training
Lead site for key Risk Assessments such as HIRA, JHA/JSA, and Safe Work Permitting
Participate in Gemba / Safety walks focusing on behaviors and conditions
Ensure proper utilization of company EHS systems such as Sphera, HSI SDS Program, and Gensuite
Support site engineering for compliance with company Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP)
Lead and manage incident/accident investigation processes for near misses and all injuries
Participate in the development of annual Sika Safe Program.
Facilitate New Hire EHS Orientation for temporary and full-time employees
Participate in the site Behavior Based Safety program
Participate in local LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Commission)
Lead assist in Root Cause Analysis for incidents / near misses
Integrate all Corporate and Regional Environmental, Health & Safety programs into daily operations
Participate and assist in managing Management of Change (MOC) process
Submit State and Federal EH&S reports (TRI, Tier II, etc.)
Manage all aspects of Environmental including Air Permits, Stormwater, and Waste
Maintain ISO 14000 program.
Assist in implementation of Corporate EHS Standards and Procedures
Assist Human Resources regarding workers compensation case details from injury reports and follow-up analysis needed once employee returns to work
Support local warehouse operations.