EHS Manager - Aerospace

PPG•Sylmar, CA

1d•$125,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

PPG is hiring an Environmental Health and Safety Manager to support its Aerospace Transparencies business line in Sylmar, California. The role provides technical assistance in developing and implementing workplace EHS programs, leads and maintains compliance, supports day-to-day operations, and ensures implementation of PPG’s EHS Management System. The manager supervises EHS program deployment in a mid-sized, high-end manufacturing environment and supports PPG’s Aerospace business. The position calls for expertise in EHS management systems, risk management, OSHA and EPA compliance, and developing improvements to procedures, training, and infrastructure. The EHS Manager provides technical guidance and leadership to site management and employees, balancing strategic initiatives with operational support. The role reports to the Regional EHS Director and drives best practices that sustain PPG’s EHS mission and vision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Safety Sciences, Occupational Health, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in manufacturing or related industries.
Hands-on leadership style and ability to balance strategic initiatives with daily operational support.
Strong knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations, environmental compliance requirements, risk management principles, and EHS management systems.
Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
Ability to drive change, think creatively, provide innovative solutions, and foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, or political asylees or refugees.

Nice To Haves

Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.

Responsibilities

Guide site management in developing EHS goals that drive continuous improvement.
Engage with employees, supervisors, and management on the production floor to support a “One PPG” EHS culture.
Coordinate incident management, investigate EHS incidents, and support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions.
Advise on EHS regulations, ensure compliance with state, local, and federal requirements, prepare regulatory reports, and develop solutions to safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental issues.
Lead safety initiatives including job safety analysis, site safety risk assessments, risk mitigation, and Management of Change.
Conduct industrial hygiene and occupational health activities, including air and noise monitoring, ventilation assessments, and PPE programs.
Lead or participate in safety teams and committees, conduct monthly EHS training, and serve on the Emergency Response Team.
Review and self-audit EHS programs for compliance with PPG standards and regulatory requirements, and recommend strategies to improve EHS KPIs.