Plant EHS Manager

We are hiring a hands-on, field-focused EHS Manager to lead Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at our Forest Park chemical manufacturing facility. This is more than a desk jobits boots-on-the-ground leadership in a dynamic environment where your impact is felt daily.

If you thrive in fast-paced, industrial settings and are passionate about safety, regulatory compliance, and building strong relationships with the people around you, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Were looking for someone who knows how to earn respect in the field, not just quote the rulebook. If youre someone who trains, explains the why, and builds trust while enforcing safety, apply today.

What Youll Do

As the EHS Manager, youll be part of the site leadership team and take ownership of all things safety and environmental:

Environmental Compliance
Manage compliance with EPA, RCRA, SPCC, SWPPP, and air permitting
Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste programs
Ensure compliance with industrial wastewater treatment standards

Health & Safety Leadership
Lead life-critical safety programs (LOTO, confined space, hot work)
Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and site safety initiatives
Conduct site audits, investigations, and corrective action planning
Deliver training (including new hire onboarding and LMS coordination)

Process Safety Management
Administer and audit the PSM program
Lead risk assessments, JHAs, and incident response efforts
Drive a culture of accountability and proactive safety practices

What Were Looking For

Must-Have Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related fieldor equivalent hands-on EHS experience
5+ years in an EHS leadership role in chemical or high-risk manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and PSM
Experience responding to hazardous material incidents and environmental spills

Preferred Certifications
CSP, CHMM, OSHA 30

Critical Skills
Strong field presence and relationship-building
Excellent verbal and written communication
Training delivery and mentoring
Calm under pressure and adaptable
Competency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and LMS systems

This Role Is NOT for You If:
Youre only looking for an office-based role
Youre not comfortable in PPE, walking the site, or working odd hours if safety demands it
You prefer writing policy over enforcing it

Why Youll Love Working here:
Immediate eligibility for benefits, bonus, and 401(k) + profit sharing
A supportive and collaborative EHS network across locations
Direct influence on a site thats growing and evolving
Opportunities for growth into regional roles over time
A leadership team that values your input and invests in your success