EHS Transportation Manager

The Mennel Milling Company • Fostoria, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Transportation Manager will oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety programs for Mennel’s transportation operations, ensuring compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations. This role serves as the subject matter expert for transportation-related safety initiatives, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is a safety-focused leader with extensive knowledge of transportation compliance, fleet safety, and environmental regulations, who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to building a culture of proactive safety and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Transportation, or a related field required
• Minimum of 3 years of EHS experience with a strong emphasis on transportation safety and DOT compliance preferred
• Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) required
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations related to transportation and fleet operations
• Experience with safety management systems (SMS), EHS software, and accident investigation methodologies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively train, coach, and influence employees at all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), fleet telematics systems, and transportation compliance programs
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience within food manufacturing, transportation, logistics, or fleet operations preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Director of Safety (CDS), or similar professional certification preferred
• HAZMAT or Environmental Management certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Serving as the primary EHS resource for Mennel’s transportation division, including fleet, terminal, and maintenance operations
• Administering DOT compliance programs, including driver qualification files, drug and alcohol testing, hours-of-service compliance, vehicle maintenance documentation, and audit readiness
• Conducting internal DOT and safety audits to ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations and company policies
• Investigating transportation-related incidents, vehicle accidents, near misses, and environmental events while implementing corrective actions
• Partnering with transportation, maintenance, and operations teams to strengthen safety culture and risk awareness
• Assisting in the development and delivery of transportation safety training programs
• Supporting driver safety, hazardous materials handling, emergency response, and injury prevention initiatives
• Ensuring environmental compliance at terminals and transportation facilities, including waste management, stormwater compliance, and fuel storage requirements
• Tracking, analyzing, and reporting transportation safety KPIs and compliance metrics
• Maintaining safety documentation, training records, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and compliance files
• Supporting corporate EHS initiatives and serving as a liaison with regulatory agencies as needed
• Monitoring regulatory changes and recommending program updates to maintain compliance
• Maintaining an audit-ready environment and supporting continuous improvement efforts
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

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