Job Summary:

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager will lead and implement environmental, health, and safety programs across multiple rapidly growing manufacturing facilities. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, drives continuous improvement, and fosters a proactive culture of safety and operational excellence. The EHS Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership, influencing safety strategy and embedding best practices throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS policies, programs, and procedures across all sites.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local EHS regulations, as well as corporate and global EHS standards.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead investigations of accidents, near-misses, and occupational injuries; determine root causes and implement preventive measures.
• Monitor, analyze, and report EHS metrics and KPIs to site leadership, recommending continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, schedule, and deliver EHS training programs for employees and management, including emergency response, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety into daily operations, including 5S programs and business operating systems.
• Manage hazardous materials, waste, and emissions in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Champion safety culture by influencing, coaching, and mentoring employees across all departments, even without direct reports.
• Drive EHS initiatives that support operational growth, scalability, and risk mitigation.
• Stay current on emerging EHS trends, regulations, and best practices; recommend improvements as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization’s safety objectives.

Qualifications:

Required

· Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field required.

· 5+ years’ experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, or similar.

· 5+ years’ experience in safety management.

Preferred

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive EH&S experience, preferably in manufacturing or multi-site operations.
• Experience in rapidly growing or scaling operations.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent.

Skills and Competencies: 

· Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.

· Experience in safety program development, risk assessment, and compliance management.

· Proficient in incident investigation and root cause analysis.

· Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership.

· Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Analytical and critical thinking with strong problem-solving skills.

· Self-motivated, accountable, and results oriented.

· Skilled in time management, project ownership, and organizational skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and EHS management software systems.

Disclaimer

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Forgent Power reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description as needed. Employment may be contingent upon successfully passing applicable screenings (e.g., background check, drug/alcohol testing) and meeting site-specific customer requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Forgent Power is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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