Overview
The EHS Manager is responsible for leading all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) activities at the facility to ensure a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment. This role will support a new Generac Industrial Energy location in Sussex, WI, offering a unique greenfield opportunity to build EHS programs, processes, and culture from the ground up. The environment will operate with a start-up mindset, requiring agility, ownership, and hands-on leadership, while delivering high-impact contributions to Generac’s industrial power solutions portfolio.
This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to implement best-in-class safety programmes, drive regulatory compliance, and advance a zero-incident culture. The EHS Manager plays a critical role in monitoring operations, mitigating risk, and ensuring adherence to OSHA, EPA, DOT, Wisconsin DNR, and other applicable regulations while promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all EHS programmes, including hazard communication, compliance reporting, training, inspections, and recordkeeping.
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations; oversee environmental reporting and permit support activities.
Drive strategic EHS initiatives, including safety culture programmes and “Drive to Zero” efforts, to improve overall site performance.
Facilitate and lead safety committees while influencing employees and leadership to adopt best practices in health and safety.
Conduct audits, inspections, and job safety analyses to identify risks and implement corrective and preventative actions.
Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Manage hazardous waste programmes, industrial hygiene activities, and environmental monitoring efforts.
Assess and improve workplace ergonomics, safety processes, and risk controls to enhance employee wellbeing and productivity.
Drive sustainability and waste reduction initiatives, including recycling and supply chain partnerships.
Provide leadership and oversight to EHS team members and act as a key functional expert within the facility.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;
5 years of progressive EHS experience;
3 years of implementation experience with safety related programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or EHS-related field.
Experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of waste management regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
Experience implementing lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
Professional certifications such as CHMM, CSP, CIH, or PE.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data management systems.
Experience supporting FTZ/security requirements and preparing environmental reports (e.g., Tier II, TRI, emissions, hazardous waste reporting)
Great Reasons to work for Generac:
Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision,401kand many more
State-of-the-artfacility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parkingand many employeeactivities
Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, togather togetherand enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits,many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line,while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back.The company proudlyoffersa Volunteer Time Off program,invitingteam members to participatein charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
