EHS Manager (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical Group•Reading, PA

5d•$103,400 - $129,300•Onsite

About The Position

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and security initiatives at their Reading facility. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations, developing proactive EHS strategies, supporting operational performance, and championing initiatives that strengthen workplace safety and sustainability across the site. The EHS Manager will drive a culture focused on safety, sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field
3–5 years of EHSS management experience in an industrial environment or 10+ years of related EHS leadership experience
Strong understanding of OSHA, environmental compliance, and industrial safety practices
Experience within manufacturing or industrial operations environments required
Proven leadership and team development experience
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of plastics manufacturing preferred
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as DMAIC preferred
Professional certifications such as CSP or CIH preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security management systems.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, OSHA standards, RC14001, ISO14001, and other applicable requirements.
Drive site safety initiatives and foster a culture focused on injury prevention and operational excellence.
Support sustainability and KAITEKI initiatives across the facility.
Lead risk assessments, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and process safety initiatives.
Partner with Production, Engineering, and Leadership teams to identify and resolve EHSS risks.
Develop annual EHS plans, goals, metrics, and continuous improvement strategies.
Monitor and communicate key EHS performance indicators and site metrics.
Provide leadership, coaching, and development for the EHSS team and site leadership support personnel.
Facilitate EHS awareness, employee training, and engagement initiatives throughout the facility.
Serve as a mentor and resource for cross-functional teams focused on operational and safety improvements.
Participate as a key member of the site leadership team supporting plant-wide decision-making.
Manage internal and external EHSS audits and corrective action programs.
Serve on the Americas Internal Audit Team and support regional EHS initiatives.
Partner with departments to improve housekeeping, 5S, safety performance, and operational compliance.
Support investigations, reporting, and corrective actions related to incidents, releases, and risk reduction efforts.