Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Amarr Garage Doors • Mocksville, NC

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About The Position

Amarr, part of ASSA ABLOY, is seeking a people-focused Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety, environmental, compliance, and training initiatives within its manufacturing operations. The role develops and maintains safety, environmental, and training programs, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports operational excellence. The manager is expected to lead with integrity, patience, and accountability; coach and mentor employees at all levels; build trust on the production floor; and foster a culture of safety, learning, and continuous improvement.

The position leads EHS compliance and risk management, including safety and environmental programs, audits, inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, workers’ compensation, PPE, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, and performance monitoring. It also maintains the facility’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, oversees environmental permits and programs, supports sustainability objectives, and serves as the primary contact for environmental regulators and external auditors.

The EHS Manager supports continuous improvement and operational initiatives, provides EHS guidance for projects and equipment changes, and collaborates with cross-functional teams and facility leadership. The position also coaches leaders, prepares EHS reports and communications, and may occasionally work outside normal business hours or travel to support business needs. The work involves manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments, including loud, fast-paced industrial conditions and hot or cold environments.

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience in safety, training, environmental management, manufacturing operations, or a related field.
• Experience leading safety and compliance programs within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, workers’ compensation, environmental compliance, and risk management practices.
• Proven experience developing and delivering effective training and educational programs.
• Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business systems.
• Ability to occasionally work outside normal business hours to support training, investigations, audits, emergency response activities, or operational needs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to respond to workplace incidents, emergencies, and investigations that may require walking long distances, climbing stairs, or accessing various areas of the facility.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds unassisted, with or without reasonable accommodation; heavier materials are handled using team-lifting procedures.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift) and move safely throughout manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs and ladders, and access elevated work areas as required.
• Ability to visually inspect equipment and work areas and read documentation, labels, gauges, and computer screens.
• Ability to use hands, wrists, and fingers to handle materials, write, conduct inspections, and perform computer work.
• Ability to use computers, keyboards, tablets, scanners, and other electronic devices frequently.
• Ability to communicate effectively in individual and group settings, including conducting employee training and presentations.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work safely in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work in a loud, fast-paced industrial environment with moving equipment and machinery, and in hot and cold conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel occasionally in support of business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Business, Education, or a related field (preferred).
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), OSHA certification, or equivalent professional credential.
• Experience leading ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment commissioning, and manufacturing startups.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training administration.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead safety and environmental audits, inspections, risk assessments, hazard analyses, and incident investigations, and drive corrective actions to completion.
• Serve as the facility subject matter expert for EHS compliance, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Manage workers’ compensation programs, injury case management, return-to-work initiatives, and reporting for both Mocksville locations and field offices.
• Oversee PPE, hazardous materials management, fire protection systems, emergency preparedness, and asset protection initiatives.
• Partner with facility leadership to identify operational, safety, and environmental risks and implement preventive solutions.
• Monitor and analyze EHS performance metrics, trends, and leading indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote accountability, hazard awareness, environmental responsibility, and employee ownership of EHS performance.
• Lead and maintain the facility’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, regulations, reporting requirements, and corporate sustainability objectives.
• Manage environmental audits, inspections, corrective actions, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee waste management, recycling, stormwater management, air emissions compliance, and hazardous waste activities as applicable.
• Drive waste reduction, energy efficiency, resource conservation, and environmental stewardship initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for environmental regulatory agencies and external auditors.
• Promote environmental awareness and accountability throughout the organization.
• Support operational excellence initiatives through GEMBA activities, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide EHS leadership and guidance for capital projects, equipment installations, facility modifications, and process changes.
• Ensure new and modified equipment meets applicable safety and environmental requirements before implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety performance, environmental compliance, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Analyze trends and performance data to develop strategic improvement plans and measurable outcomes.
• Support implementation of corporate EHS standards and best practices across the organization.
• Build relationships across the organization through trust, respect, and effective communication.
• Coach and support leaders in driving accountability for EHS performance.
• Champion a safety-first culture in which employees are empowered to identify hazards, raise concerns, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports, presentations, policies, procedures, and communications related to EHS performance and compliance initiatives.
• Respond to workplace incidents, emergencies, audits, and investigations as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays from day one
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% company contribution regardless of employee contribution
• Competitive salary
• Training and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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