Job DescriptionEnvironmental Health & Safety (EHS) ManagerLocation: Hegins, PA
Compensation Range: $87,000.00 - $108,000.00 (Dependent upon experience)
Job SummaryMITER Brands is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement within a busy manufacturing facility supporting more than 600 employees. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive environmental, health, and safety programs that protect team members, reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence.
The EHS Manager will establish and deliver training programs across all levels of the operation, lead incident investigations, oversee workers' compensation and return-to-work programs, facilitate safety committees, and partner closely with leaders throughout the organization to proactively identify and eliminate workplace hazards. This position requires a highly visible presence on the production floor, spending approximately 70% of time supporting manufacturing operations and 30% on reporting, analysis, and administrative responsibilities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs that promote safe working conditions and protect employees from workplace injuries and illnesses.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and regulatory requirements through audits, inspections, reporting, and corrective action plans.
- Promote and drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce incidents, improve safety performance, and strengthen regulatory compliance.
- Partner with leadership teams to identify safety and ergonomic opportunities while providing technical expertise and guidance.
- Analyze incident trends and root causes to develop strategic EHS initiatives that reduce organizational risk, liability, and cost.
- Lead efforts to reduce both the frequency and severity of workplace incidents.
- Champion a proactive safety culture focused on prevention rather than reaction.
- Manage EHS compliance programs, reporting requirements, audits, and corrective action processes.
- Lead and facilitate an engaged and effective Employee Safety Committee.
- Conduct facility inspections and audits to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Design, implement, and deliver training programs including:
- New Hire Orientation
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- AED Training
- Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)
- Fall Protection
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Emergency Response Planning
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Additional safety-related programs as needed
- Ensure consistent compliance with PPE requirements throughout the facility.
- Oversee workers' compensation claims administration and return-to-work programs.
- Lead investigations involving incidents, accidents, injuries, and near misses, ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented and communicated.
- Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor to build relationships, coach employees, identify hazards, and drive safety engagement.
- Generate reports, maintain records, and perform data analysis to support EHS objectives and compliance requirements.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental, health, and safety best practices.
- Advanced root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence employees and leaders at all levels.
- Ability to lead change and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Experience facilitating training for both small and large groups.
- Ability to analyze safety data and translate findings into actionable improvement plans.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to lead initiatives and influence outcomes without direct authority.
Qualifications- Proven track record managing Environmental Health & Safety programs within a manufacturing facility supporting 600+ employees.
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading a comprehensive EHS program within a manufacturing environment.
- Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated success driving safety improvements and reducing workplace incidents.
- Experience managing workers' compensation programs and return-to-work processes.
- Previous manufacturing experience required.
- Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, or equivalent are preferred.
Job Specific Requirements- Ability to spend approximately 70% of work time on the manufacturing floor.
- Ability to conduct facility inspections in manufacturing environments.
- Ability to respond to emergencies and incidents as needed.
- Occasional flexibility in schedule to support training, audits, investigations, and business operations.
- Job-related information and requirements are subject to change based on business needs.
