Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Bachmann Chemical and Engineering•Torrington, CT

9h•$94,000 - $135,000

About The Position

We’re seeking a result-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our Environmental Health and Safety Manager. In this role, you will ensure full regulatory compliance and risk control across North America operations by directing site-level environmental, health, safety, industrial hygiene, and Process Safety Management programs; enforcing OSHA and environmental mandates; leading investigations and corrective actions; and establishing systems that prevent injury, environmental release, and regulatory exposure

Requirements

5+ years of experience in EHS consulting, manufacturing, or industrial environments with demonstrated knowledge of industrial processes and regulatory compliance requirements
BA/BS in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Earth or Life Sciences, Toxicology, or related field, or equivalency
Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required
Current DOT, IATA, and IMDG training required
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting systems
Experience using industrial hygiene monitoring and multi-media sampling equipment
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ACGIH, and AIHA standards
Ability to interpret regulatory language and apply requirements to chemical mfg environments
Experience conducting environmental audits, inspections, and regulatory documentation reviews
Ability to analyze exposure data and implement effective corrective actions
Ability to operate independently with strong judgment and professional discipline
Demonstrated adaptability in dynamic regulatory and operational settings
Ability to complete assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

Responsibilities

Direct environmental, health, and safety regulatory compliance across sites by ensuring programs meeting OSHA and EPA requirements, interpreting regulatory changes, maintaining required documentation, and representing site practices during inspections and reviews
Lead workforce safety engagement and accountability culture development by designing and delivering focused training, reinforcing safe work behaviors, strengthening reporting discipline, coaching on hazard recognition, and embedding practical safety standards into operations
Oversee environmental compliance programs and reporting obligations by managing waste handling, air emissions, stormwater controls, hazardous materials processes, permit renewals, and required filings while maintaining adherence to environmental compliance
Administer industrial hygiene and exposure control programs by conducting air monitoring, chemical sampling, dosimetry, and environmental testing, evaluating results against recognized limits, documenting findings, and implementing corrective measures
Direct audit readiness and inspection response activities by conducting formal audits and walkthroughs, identifying compliance gaps, implementing corrective plans, reviewing permits and regulatory commitments, and sustaining adherence to environmental and workplace safety standards
Lead incident investigations and corrective action execution by directing investigations, analyzing contributing factors, documenting findings, implementing preventive measures, and verifying closure of actions that eliminate repeat safety events
Establish and maintain Process Safety Management systems by developing site-specific PSM elements, coordinating cross-functional risk reviews, maintaining documentation integrity, and embedding process controls that protect employees and the environment
Direct regulatory agency engagement and compliance representation by preparing agency responses, managing reportable events, coordinating inspections, negotiating corrective timelines, and defending documented site compliance positions