ABOUT THE ROLE The EHS & DOT Compliance Manager is responsible for supporting plant and field operations by promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, safety, and DOT regulations. This role identifies risks, analyzes safety data, and implements corrective actions to reduce incidents and improve operational safety performance. The position also oversees compliance programs, reporting, training support, and regulatory requirements across multiple facilities and job sites.
WHAT YOU'LL DO - Develop, implement, and maintain plant safety processes to reduce injuries and risk exposure
- Build and reinforce a strong safety culture and ensure accountability at all levels
- Conduct job safety analyses, safety audits, and implement corrective actions
- Maintain OSHA-compliant recordkeeping, reporting, and documentation
- Investigate incidents and accidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence
- Manage workers• compensation cases and support return-to-work programs
- Provide safety and compliance reporting, trends, and recommendations to leadership
- Ensure DOT compliance including driver qualification files and vehicle inspection programs
- Administer random drug and alcohol testing programs and related DOT requirements
- Conduct facility audits to ensure ongoing compliance with safety and environmental standards
- Support OSHA inspections and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies
- Evaluate PPE, safety systems, and environmental practices to improve effectiveness
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR The ideal candidate is an
experienced safety professional with strong knowledge of EHS and DOT compliance in a manufacturing or industrial environment. They are
proactive, analytical, and
highly committed to building a strong safety culture that prioritizes employee well-being and regulatory compliance. This individual is a
confident communicator and leader who can influence behaviors across all levels of the organization while
driving continuous improvement in safety performance and operational risk reduction.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE - Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of experience in safety within a heavy manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and DOT compliance requirements
- Experience managing safety programs, audits, and incident investigations
- Certification such as CSP, OSHA 10, or OSHA 30 preferred but not required
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across sites and departments
- Valid driver's license with ability to operate a motor vehicle
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Occasional visits to active plant and field locations are required based on operational needs.
- Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required while in the plant and field.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate active plant and field environments as needed.
- Must be able to climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, and safely move through industrial work areas.
- May be exposed to moving equipment, machinery, and other standard industrial hazards.
- May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, as well as noise, dust, and vibration.
This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.
