Plant EHS Manager
IP Corporation
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: South Bend • United States
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Salary
💰 $117,682 - $147,405 per year
About the role
- Lead and manage all EHS programs at the plant
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state/local regulations
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training programs
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard analyses; lead corrective actions
- Investigate EHS incidents, near misses, and injuries; identify root causes and implement preventative measures
- Manage regulatory reporting, permits, and required documentation
- Collaborate with corporate EHS and plant leadership to integrate EHS into daily operations and continual improvement efforts
- Lead emergency response planning, drills, and crisis management protocols
- Promote sustainability initiatives and waste reduction programs
- Track and analyze safety metrics and KPIs; prepare reports for plant and corporate leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 8+ years in industrial or manufacturing settings
- 5+ years in a chemical plant environment (preferred)
- 3+ years in EHS regulatory roles
- Familiarity with ISO management systems including ISO 14001
- Strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA related compliance requirements
- Experience leading audits, inspections, and incident investigations
- Ability to influence and partner effectively with plant leadership and frontline employees
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with safety metrics, reporting, and continual improvement tools
- Process Safety Management experience is a plus
- CSP, CIH, CHMM or similar certifications are a plus but not required.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, and 401(k) with company match
- Opportunity for long-term career growth within a stable, values-driven organization
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
EHS programs managementsafety auditsrisk assessmentshazard analysesregulatory reportingincident investigationsafety metrics analysisprocess safety managementISO 14001compliance requirements
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsproblem-solvinginfluencingcollaborationtraining developmentcrisis managementanalytical skillspartnering
Certifications
CSPCIHCHMM