EHS Manager

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an EHS Manager for a premier ** Heavy Industrial Manufacturing** leader in the Finger Lakes region (Geneva, NY).

This is a high-priority, "immediate need" leadership role within a 4,000-employee global organization. We are seeking a dedicated Environmental, Health, and Safety expert to serve as a core member of the site leadership team. The successful candidate will be the primary authority on **EPA regulations, hazardous materials management, and wastewater compliance **. This role is not just about oversight; it is about driving a culture of "World-Class Manufacturing" and environmental stewardship across a large-scale industrial operation with significant room for long-term career advancement.

Job Responsibilities

• Site EHS Leadership: Provide strategic direction to the executive team, conducting comprehensive performance assessments across all EHS program elements.
• EPA & Environmental Mastery: Serve as the subject matter expert for hazardous materials and wastewater compliance, ensuring 100% alignment with state and federal regulations.
• Metric-Driven Performance: Analyze key EHS metrics and KPIs to identify trends, enhance site safety, and minimize the environmental footprint of manufacturing operations.
• Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for all governmental and agency inspections, facilitating audits and corporate governance programs.
• Risk Mitigation: Implement and manage a robust site hazard/risk analysis program and lead detailed investigations into all EHS incidents with sustainable corrective actions.
• Operational Coaching: Partner with Operations Leaders to mentor and coach them on site safety requirements and proactive risk observation.
• Training Strategy: Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and deliver a comprehensive EHS training curriculum for all levels of the organization.
• Emergency Readiness: Maintain a leadership presence and remain accessible for emergency response as part of the site’s senior leadership protocol.

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in EHS, Engineering, Science, or a related field is REQUIRED.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent relevant EHS certification is highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) or more years of EHS experience in a Heavy Industrial or Heavy Manufacturing environment is REQUIRED.
• Mandatory Expertise: Advanced, proven experience in ** EPA regulations **, ** hazardous materials management **, and ** wastewater compliance **.
• Demonstrated success in leading and motivating high-performing technical teams.

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of safety and environmental management systems (ISO 14001/45001).
• Ability to leverage modern technology, including AI-related tools, to support EHS monitoring and reporting initiatives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging both shop-floor employees and C-suite executives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement