EHS Manager

EHS Manager

The EHS Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of Environmental, Health, and Safety systems to ensure regulatory compliance and to promote a safe and sustainable workplace. This role is pivotal in achieving continual improvement towards an accident-free and healthy environment.

Responsibilities :

Serve as a subject matter expert and provide EHS advice to site management, production leaders, and employees.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.

Facilitate the Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) program and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

Manage all aspects of the workers' compensation program, including conducting quarterly claims reviews, managing light duty and return to work programs, and communicating with healthcare providers and insurance companies.

Coordinate the investigation of accidents and incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

Develop and maintain accurate statistics and reports on work-related injuries to identify trends requiring corrective action.

Conduct and document regular EHS audits of the facility to ensure regulatory compliance.

Monitor, revise, and implement updates in environmental and safety regulations and reporting requirements.

Review new machinery, equipment, and plant layout changes to ensure a proactive EHS approach.

Monitor occupational health and industrial hygiene activities, including annual audiograms and noise level monitoring.

Maintain the hearing conservation program.

Organize ergonomic assessments and job hazard analysis for all areas.

Create, implement, and maintain safety procedures.

Plan, develop, and implement safety training for new and existing employees.

Coordinate the establishment and maintenance of the plant's first responders, fire safety program, combustible dust program, and evacuation plans.

Coordinate the evaluation and certification of all powered mobile equipment operators.

Stay updated on the latest safety procedures and equipment by attending relevant seminars and participating in related organizations.

Ensure availability of appropriate personal protective equipment.

Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conduct inspections, and provide advice for compliance regulations.

Review and file all EHS regulatory reports (TDEC / EPA / DOT / OSHA).

Stop operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.

Conduct hourly employee and management safety meetings.

Manage the Near Miss and Safety Suggestion Program.

Establish, implement, maintain, and review the Environmental system per ISO14001 requirements.

Manage waste stream evaluation and management.

Oversee the SPCC Plan and perform as the Spill Coordinator.

Act as a liaison between the organization and regulators.

Perform other duties as required.

Essential Skills :

Comprehensive understanding of OSHA standards, Workers Compensation, and safety / environmental practices.

At least five years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing facility.

Proficiency in MS Office.

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field preferred.

ISO14001 experience is preferred.

DOT / RCRA certification is preferred.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage time efficiently across multiple projects.

Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.

Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Permanent position based out of Murfreesboro, TN.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00 / yr. Health, dental, prescription drug, vision, life & 401k. Life insurance premium paid at 2x annual salary; STD & LTD premium also covered.

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Murfreesboro, TN.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.

About Actalent :

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email acta Lentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.