EHS Manager
The EHS Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of Environmental, Health, and Safety systems to ensure regulatory compliance and to promote a safe and sustainable workplace. This role is pivotal in achieving continual improvement towards an accident-free and healthy environment.
Responsibilities include :
- Serving as a subject matter expert and providing EHS advice to site management, production leaders, and employees.
- Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
- Facilitating the Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) program and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Managing all aspects of the workers' compensation program, including conducting quarterly claims reviews, managing light duty and return to work programs, and communicating with healthcare providers and insurance companies.
- Coordinating the investigation of accidents and incidents, determining root causes, and recommending corrective actions.
- Developing and maintaining accurate statistics and reports on work-related injuries to identify trends requiring corrective action.
- Conducting and documenting regular EHS audits of the facility to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Monitoring, revising, and implementing updates in environmental and safety regulations and reporting requirements.
- Reviewing new machinery, equipment, and plant layout changes to ensure a proactive EHS approach.
- Monitoring occupational health and industrial hygiene activities, including annual audiograms and noise level monitoring.
- Maintaining the hearing conservation program.
- Organizing ergonomic assessments and job hazard analysis for all areas.
- Creating, implementing, and maintaining safety procedures.
- Planning, developing, and implementing safety training for new and existing employees.
- Coordinating the establishment and maintenance of the plant's first responders, fire safety program, combustible dust program, and evacuation plans.
- Coordinating the evaluation and certification of all powered mobile equipment operators.
- Staying updated on the latest safety procedures and equipment by attending relevant seminars and participating in related organizations.
- Ensuring availability of appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Identifying and evaluating hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conducting inspections, and providing advice for compliance regulations.
- Reviewing and filing all EHS regulatory reports (TDEC / EPA / DOT / OSHA).
- Stopping operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
- Conducting hourly employee and management safety meetings.
- Managing the Near Miss and Safety Suggestion Program.
- Establishing, implementing, maintaining, and reviewing the Environmental system per ISO14001 requirements.
- Managing waste stream evaluation and management.
- Overseeing the SPCC Plan and performing as the Spill Coordinator.
- Acting as a liaison between the organization and regulators.
- Performing other duties as required.
Essential Skills include :
Comprehensive understanding of OSHA standards, Workers Compensation, and safety / environmental practices.At least five years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing facility.Proficiency in MS Office.Additional Skills & Qualifications include :
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field preferred.ISO14001 experience is preferred.DOT / RCRA certification is preferred.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to manage time efficiently across multiple projects.Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.Work Environment :
The role is situated in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. The organization promotes a family-oriented culture with a focus on teamwork and flexibility, offering a healthy work-life balance with typically 40-45 hours per week. Competitive benefits include a 401k plan, PTO, and affordable health insurance. Employees are provided with uniforms and free laundry services.
Job Type & Location :
This is a Permanent position based out of Murfreesboro, TN.
Pay and Benefits :
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00 / yr. Health, dental, prescription drug, vision, life & 401k. Life insurance premium paid at 2x annual salary; STD & LTD premium also covered.
Workplace Type :
This is a fully onsite position in Murfreesboro, TN.
Application Deadline :
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.
About Actalent :
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