EHS / EPA Manager

Job Description

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Location : Finger Lakes Region, NY (between Rochester and Syracuse)

Salary : $110,000 - $125,000 plus bonuses

Relocation : Bonus available for the right candidate

A leading manufacturing organization in the Finger Lakes region of New York is seeking a dedicated Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to join their team. This role is critical to ensuring compliance, safety, and environmental stewardship in a dynamic industrial setting. The ideal candidate will bring a Bachelor’s degree and extensive expertise in EPA regulations, hazardous materials management, and wastewater compliance, with a passion for driving safety and environmental excellence.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to site leadership, conducting performance assessments for all EHS program elements.

Analyze metrics and apply technical expertise to enhance site safety and environmental performance.

Serve as the EHS subject matter expert, leading Safety, Environmental, and World-Class Manufacturing initiatives.

Collaborate with all organizational levels, coaching and mentoring Operations Leaders to meet site safety program requirements.

Develop and implement programs, practices, and procedures to minimize safety risks and reduce the environmental impact of manufacturing operations.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, serving as the primary liaison for governmental and agency inspections.

Facilitate EHS audits and corporate governance programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

Oversee EHS incident and injury reporting, ensuring timely investigations and corrective actions.

Implement and manage a site hazard / risk analysis and observation program.

Partner cross-functionally to develop and deliver a comprehensive site EHS training strategy.

Maintain and report key EHS metrics and KPIs for the site.

Stay current on applicable regulations and legislation to ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree (required) from an accredited university or college in EHS, Occupational Health, Engineering, Science, or a related field.

5+ years of strong experience in EPA regulations, hazardous materials management, and wastewater compliance within an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire confidence across all levels, from executives to engineering teams.

Proven ability to form, lead, motivate, and direct high-performing teams.

Demonstrated expertise in safety and environmental management systems.

Experience leveraging AI or related tools to support EHS initiatives.

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other relevant EHS certification.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Large company with over 4000 employees, 50 locations, lots of room for advancement.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, and 401K.

If you’re a collaborative EHS leader with a degree and deep expertise in EPA, hazardous materials, and wastewater regulations, this is your chance to make an impact in an amazing manufacturing operation. Apply today to join a team committed to safety and sustainability in the scenic Finger Lakes region!