Environmental Health and Safety Manager

DuPont•Newark, DE

20h

About The Position

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager Make an Impact Where Safety, People, and Operations Come Together We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of site‑wide EHS and Industrial Hygiene (IHS) programs. This role is critical to creating and sustaining a safe, compliant, and high‑performing workplace across manufacturing, warehousing, laboratories, and administrative environments. As the site EHS leader, you will partner closely with operations and cross‑functional teams to embed safety into daily work, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong culture of ownership and accountability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
5–10 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, state safety and environmental regulations, workers’ compensation, and injury reporting
Demonstrated experience in: Hazard identification and risk assessments
Demonstrated experience in: Incident investigation and root cause analysis
Demonstrated experience in: Regulatory compliance and environmental permitting/reporting
Demonstrated experience in: Contractor safety management

Nice To Haves

OSHA certifications
ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
Experience supporting high‑hazard processes
Proven leadership, collaboration, and communication skills

Responsibilities

Champion a proactive culture of safety, aligned with Integrated Operations and corporate EHS/IHS strategies.
Lead the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, and standard work processes.
Ensure effective application of EHS standards through clear role accountability, training, and coaching.
Serve as the primary EHS liaison for third‑party providers and contractors.
Develop site EHS strategy, set priorities, plan resources, and align programs to business needs.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and other stakeholders to integrate safety into production planning and execution.
Lead implementation of Management of Change (MOC) for EHS‑related activities.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, HAZMAT, and internal company standards.
Monitor, analyze, and report safety performance metrics, providing actionable insights to site leadership.
Support emergency response preparedness and crisis management related to operations.
Lead management system assessments, audits, and reviews to verify effectiveness and compliance.
Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses, driving timely and sustainable corrective actions.
Establish and maintain consistent incident reporting and investigation processes with site leadership.
Drive cost‑effective implementation of EHS/IHS systems using standard work and common platforms.
Plan, budget, and manage external EHS/IHS services and consultants.
Monitor EHS resources to optimize cost and effectiveness.
Support non‑routine waste disposal activities as needed.
Promote employee health and wellness initiatives across the site.
Coach and support leaders and employees to address unit‑ and function‑specific EHS needs.
Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and address performance gaps constructively.
Develop and mentor employees on EHS mindsets, behaviors, and leadership.
Encourage engagement and ownership through leader standard work and regular site floor/line walks.
Oversee security badging systems and camera monitoring to ensure safe and secure access.
Model and reinforce Core Values including SHE/PSM, Ethics, and Respect for People.
Establish and sustain management processes that ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements.
Hold individuals and teams accountable for safe and compliant behaviors.