Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Caesarstone•Charlotte, NC

3h•$97,000 - $122,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The EHS Manager is responsible for leading the implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all distribution centers and fleet operations. This role focuses on driving a strong safety culture through training, audits, learning events, and safe operating procedures (SOPs), while also supporting key operational initiatives.

Requirements

5+ years of combined experience in operations and EHS, With 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience within high-risk supply chain, transport, logistics, manufacturing, or heavy material handling environments
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT compliance, , ISO standards, and EHS best practices.
Demonstrated experience in conducting audits, managing safety programs, and implementing SOPs.
Proficiency in Microsoft system applications and data analysis
Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
Drive front-line leadership accountability for safety performance across all operational locations.
Facilitate leadership engagement programs including site inspections, learning teams, and operational safety reviews.
Ability to travel regionally and nationally as needed.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour Certification
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar credential
ISO Lead Auditor Certification
DOT|Fleet Safety Certification (preferred)
Six Sigma or Lean certification (a plus)

Responsibilities

Lead safety training programs, learning events, and the development and maintenance of SOPs across all operational functions.
Conduct regular site safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Oversee compliance across DC operations, related to transport fleets and high risk plant & equipment
Manage safety improvement and compliance projects, ensuring timely execution and measurable outcomes.
Maintain and enhance ISO certification processes and documentation across operational facilities.
Track and report safety metrics, leading indicator performance, corrective actions governance, and.
Develop and implement a standardized North American EHS governance framework across all DC operations.
Drive operational risk reduction strategies aligned with OSHA, DOT, ISO 45001, CSA, and local jurisdictional requirements.
Lead annual strategic safety and compliance improvement plans for all distribution centres
Oversee transport safety governance for slab transport fleets including material handling risk management programs
Lead serious incident investigations using root cause methodologies.
Develop corrective and preventive action programs with measurable closure accountability.
Provide executive-level reporting on critical risks and incident trends.
Monitor and report on key operations performance indicators (KPIs), including operational risk analysis
Support bonus calculations and related performance-based incentive programs for operations teams.
Identify and implement opportunities for operational improvement and efficiency gains.
Establish contractor and third-party logistics (3PL) compliance assurance programs.
Conduct operational compliance reviews of external transport providers and unloading activities at customer sites.
Define minimum contractor safety requirements and operational standards.