EHS MANAGER

WEG TRANSFORMERS USA•Washington, MO

12d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Environmental, Health, Safety & ESG Manager develops, implements, and manages environmental, health, safety, security, and sustainability programs that support a safe workplace, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship. The role serves as the site subject matter expert for EHS and ESG initiatives and partners with leadership, supervisors, and employees to promote safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The manager oversees compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements. Responsibilities include environmental programs, safety programs, incident investigations, occupational health and industrial hygiene, employee training, ESG reporting, performance measurement, and leadership of EHS personnel. The position works across office, manufacturing, warehouse, and outdoor environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Safety Management, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressive EHS leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial, operational, or construction environments.
Experience managing regulatory compliance, safety programs, incident investigations, environmental compliance, and organizational safety initiatives.
Three years of applied Labor Relations experience.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, environmental regulations, risk management, and ESG principles.
Strong leadership, communication, coaching, investigation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to build partnerships, influence change, manage multiple priorities, and drive continuous improvement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of ESG metrics, reporting requirements, and sustainability initiatives.
Ability to walk manufacturing facilities regularly, climb stairs and ladders and access elevated work areas when necessary, wear required personal protective equipment, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related discipline.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Registered Environmental Professional (REP), or OSHA certifications.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS, environmental, and sustainability programs supporting regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Manage hazardous waste, air emissions, stormwater, wastewater, chemical management, and spill prevention programs.
Lead safety committees, workplace inspections, audits, risk assessments, and hazard reduction initiatives.
Support ESG reporting, sustainability objectives, and environmental performance improvements.
Administer safety programs including Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Fall Protection, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Powered Industrial Truck Safety, and Emergency Response.
Investigate injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, and environmental incidents, and ensure effective corrective actions.
Manage Workers' Compensation, industrial hygiene, occupational health, exposure monitoring, and medical surveillance programs.
Develop and deliver EHS training, emergency drills, and employee safety awareness programs.
Serve as the primary EHS advisor to site leadership.
Establish objectives, budgets, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives.
Analyze and communicate safety, environmental, and ESG performance results to leadership.
Lead EHS personnel and coordinate contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies as needed.