Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Location: Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Category: Engineering | Industrial / Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to provide on-site leadership at a manufacturing facility in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. This role reports to the Director of Operations and plays a critical part in driving a strong safety culture, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the site.

The EHS Manager leads day-to-day environmental, health, and safety programs, partners closely with operations and cross-functional teams, and champions a proactive, zero-incident mindset. This individual ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations while implementing industry best practices that support safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage all environmental, health, and safety activities for the assigned facility
• Implement and sustain site EHS programs to promote a safe and healthy work environment
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, Wisconsin DNR, DOT, and applicable local regulations
• Serve as the facility expert for hazardous waste management, waste reduction, and recycling initiatives
• Oversee SDS/Hazard Communication and industrial hygiene programs
• Plan and deliver EHS training; lead Executive and Employee Safety Committees
• Champion the site’s Drive to Zero and other strategic EHS initiatives
• Conduct audits, inspections, and Job Safety Analyses; drive corrective actions
• Investigate incidents and near misses and implement preventive solutions
• Lead ergonomic assessments and safety risk reduction efforts
• Drive waste minimization initiatives across operations and the supply chain
• Act as SAP Super User and site Data Management Systems Administrator
• Manage an EHS Specialist based on facility size and travel between facilities as needed

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience
• 3+ years implementing safety programs in an operational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or EHS-related field
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Strong knowledge of waste management and environmental regulations
• Experience with lean principles and continuous improvement
• CHMM, CSP, CIH, or PE certification
• SAP or comparable ERP experience
• Experience supporting FTZ or security requirements
• Experience preparing environmental reports including Tier II, TRI, emissions, hazardous waste, and air permits

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of environmental and safety regulations and standards
• Ability to influence and engage employees and leaders across functions
• Expertise in ergonomic assessment tools and safety risk analysis
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Clear communicator able to train and present to executive audiences