Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Penta Search Group | Meriden, CT, 06451, US

Posted 15 days ago

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Our client, a specialty chemicals manufacturer, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead all EHS initiatives across its operations. In this role, you’ll be responsible for developing and implementing programs that ensure regulatory compliance, reduce risk, and maintain a strong culture of safety across the organization’s manufacturing and warehouse environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives across the site, ensuring alignment with company and regulatory standards
  • Develop, implement, and manage safety programs and policies to minimize risk and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations
  • Oversee investigations of incidents, near-misses, and hazardous conditions, ensuring corrective actions and continuous improvement
  • Coordinate emergency response planning, training programs, and regular safety drills
  • Chair Safety Committee meetings and drive communication and accountability across departments
  • Support annual budgeting and capital expenditure planning for EHS-related projects
  • Maintain documentation, reporting, and audit readiness for internal and external reviews

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
  • 7–10 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment, ideally within a GMP or regulated setting
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and state regulations
  • Proven ability to lead safety initiatives, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with EHS data management or risk assessment tools

This position is based on-site in Meriden, CT, with periodic flexibility to work remotely as projects allow.

Location

Meriden, CT

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