Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager - Cedar Rapids, IA

Sheakley Workforce Staffing•Cedar Rapids, IA

11d•$56•Onsite

About The Position

The EHS manager will oversee environmental, health, and safety protocols within a manufacturing facility, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role is focused on driving comprehensive EHS programs, maintaining regulatory compliance, and aligning with internal safety standards. Strong support from corporate and regional leadership will be provided, with potential for full-time conversion based on performance.

Requirements

5+ years in EHS in manufacturing
OSHA 1910
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and manufacturing safety standards
Experience with LOTO, PPE, hazardous materials, and machine guarding
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

OSHA outreach training experience

Responsibilities

Conduct site safety inspections and employee safety orientations
Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations
Manage hazardous materials and perform site audits
Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Promote a proactive, zero-incident safety culture through training and engagement
Monitor and report EHS metrics, performance, and audit readiness
Develop and lead EHS initiatives, targets, and strategic programs
Guide implementation of EHS management systems through leadership and coaching
Utilize data-driven insights to improve safety performance and reduce risk
Manage compliance through audits, permitting, and documentation
Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections
Develop and maintain emergency preparedness and operational safety programs
Maintain EHS documentation, postings, and regulatory submissions
Support audits and inspections, including stormwater evaluations
Conduct full and partial EHS audits for ongoing compliance