EHS Manager Chemical

EHS Manager position with a well-established, specialty chemical manufacturing company in Charlotte. This role is focused on leading all environmental, health, and safety efforts within achemical plant, ensuring compliance, minimizing risk, and maintaining a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate is a hands on EHS professional with experience in chemical or high-hazard manufacturing who is comfortable owning the function, working directly on the plant floor, and partnering closely with operations leadership.

This is a great opportunity to step into a highly visible, single-site leadership role where you can make an immediate impact. This company has great benefits, salary, and bonus.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
• 510+ years of EHS experience in a chemical, industrial, or high-hazard manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance regulations
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) programs
• Proven ability to work independently and own the EHS function at a site level

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs for the facility
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state/local environmental and safety regulations
• Maintain and support Process Safety Management (PSM) programs within a chemical manufacturing environment
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard analyses; implement corrective actions as needed
• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns; perform root cause analysis and drive preventive measures
• Deliver safety training for new hires and existing employees, including proper handling of hazardous materials
• Monitor and track safety metrics, incidents, and environmental data (including spill tracking and reporting)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, audits, and community-related concerns
• Lead emergency preparedness efforts, including response planning and drills for potential plant incidents

Perceptive Recruiting, LLC, headquartered in Greenville, SC, has 27+ years of technology recruitment experience. We build relationships with our clients so we can find you the right cultural and technical fit for your next role. We provide guidance every step of the interview process to give you the best chance of success. Looking for your next opportunity? Connect with us today! Perceptive Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer.