Environmental Health & Safety Manager

HYNES INDUSTRIES INC•Austintown, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager develops, implements, and maintains programs that support a safe workplace, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. The role works closely with plant leadership, supervisors, Human Resources, Maintenance, and employees to identify hazards, reduce risk, prevent injuries, and strengthen employee participation in safety. It supports applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements and company policies in a manufacturing environment involving roll forming, metal fabrication, material handling, and equipment maintenance. The position administers workplace safety and environmental compliance programs; investigates incidents and follows up on corrective actions; coordinates training and employee engagement; maintains program records and performance measures; supports regulatory inspections; and maintains emergency response procedures. The work is performed in office and manufacturing environments, with regular movement through production areas for inspections. Travel between company locations may be required.

Requirements

Associate degree in occupational safety, environmental science, industrial technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
At least 3–5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Working knowledge of manufacturing safety practices and applicable environmental requirements.
Experience conducting inspections, investigating incidents, and tracking corrective actions.
Ability to deliver training and communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and leadership.
Strong organizational skills and attention to documentation and deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic recordkeeping systems.
Ability to move regularly throughout production areas, including standing, walking, and accessing equipment and work locations for inspections.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must use required personal protective equipment when encountering manufacturing conditions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health, environmental science, or a related field.
Experience in roll forming, metal fabrication, stamping, or similar manufacturing operations.
Experience supporting multiple facilities and working with a unionized workforce.
OSHA 30-hour General Industry training.
Relevant professional certification, such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST).
Experience with environmental permits, industrial hygiene monitoring, and emergency response planning.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine workplace inspections and safety audits; document findings, recommend corrective actions, and track completion.
Evaluate hazards associated with machinery, processes, chemicals, work practices, and facility conditions.
Maintain programs covering machine guarding, lockout/tagout, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, powered industrial trucks, hearing conservation, and other applicable safety requirements.
Support job hazard analyses and safe work procedures for production, maintenance, and nonroutine activities.
Partner with Engineering and Maintenance to incorporate safety considerations into new equipment, process changes, and facility improvements.
Monitor contractor safety practices and support safe coordination of work performed on company property.
Recommend practical solutions to reduce employee exposure to hazards.
Coordinate investigations of injuries, illnesses, near misses, and environmental incidents; identify contributing factors and root causes and work with responsible managers on corrective actions.
Maintain incident records, support required reporting, analyze incident trends, and communicate prevention opportunities to leadership and employees.
Coordinate with Human Resources on injury documentation, workers’ compensation information, and return-to-work activities, as appropriate.
Maintain environmental procedures and records related to applicable air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, waste management, and spill prevention requirements.
Coordinate waste handling, labeling, storage, and disposal with approved service providers; maintain chemical inventories and access to current safety data sheets.
Support permit applications, renewals, inspections, monitoring, required environmental reports, and compliance deadline tracking.
Support spill response planning and measures to prevent releases.
Coordinate EHS orientation for new employees and required refresher training; develop and deliver training suited to employee responsibilities and workplace hazards.
Maintain training records and communicate upcoming requirements to supervisors.
Facilitate safety committee meetings and workplace inspections, and follow up on employee concerns.
Promote reporting of hazards and near misses, encourage participation in corrective actions, and guide supervisors in reinforcing safe work practices.
Maintain EHS policies, procedures, inspection records, and compliance documentation; track performance measures and prepare reports on trends, priorities, and resource needs.
Support regulatory inspections and coordinate responses with company leadership.
Maintain emergency response procedures and coordinate drills with appropriate personnel.
Stay informed of applicable requirements and recommend updates to company programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Travel between company locations as required.