Job Description

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER NEEDED - LORAIN, OHIO

A Leading Automotive Supplier near Lorain, Ohio needs an EH&S Manager. Previous EH&S Management Experience in a Manufacturing Plant is Required. This is a Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Position offering Competitive Compensation, Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the development and execution of site EHS strategies that promote a proactive, safety‑first culture. Serve as the site subject matter expert for environmental, health, and safety matters. Conduct regular plant floor walkthroughs to identify hazards, reinforce safe behaviors, and drive corrective actions. Chair and actively participate in site Safety Committee meetings. Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Serve as the primary site representative during OSHA or regulatory agency inspections and audits. Maintain accurate and compliant OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory reporting. Ensure safety requirements are understood and followed by all employees, contractors, and visitors. Lead all accident, incident, and near‑miss investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Provide initial response to work-related injuries, including first aid coordination and clinic authorization. Manage workers’ compensation claims in coordination with Human Resources, including reporting, follow-up, and return‑to‑work or light‑duty assignments. Analyze incident trends and develop corrective and preventive measures to reduce risk. Develop, coordinate, and deliver EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors. Conduct site safety orientations and ensure all training documentation is complete and properly maintained. Promote employee engagement in safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives. Manage the site Occupational Health Program in collaboration with external medical providers. Monitor workplace conditions and implement controls to reduce employee exposure risks

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment; automotive experience preferred. Demonstrated experience with OSHA compliance, incident investigation, and regulatory audits.
• OSHA safety certification required. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar professional credential preferred\
• OSHA standards and regulatory compliance
• Accident and incident investigation
• Root cause analysis
• Workers’ compensation and claim management
• ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 systems
• SDS/MSDS management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence and engage employees at all organizational levels
• Effective relationship management with regulators, vendors, customers, and internal teams
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Risk-based problem solving
• Data analysis and trend identification
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

TO APPLY

If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to submit your resume in Microsoft Word format to: ***email_hidden***

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