Environmental Health And Safety Manager

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Environmental Health and Safety Manager Job Description This role provides direct Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) support and leadership to various sites. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and possess the ability to direct, plan, establish, and implement programs to ensure the highest level of safety for employees, facilities, and equipment. As a Regional EHS Manager, you will ensure safe work conditions and practices that comply with all applicable EHS regulations and company policies. You will also coach site management and personnel on recognizing, eliminating, and controlling occupational hazards and environmental risks. This position requires an experienced professional with excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills. Responsibilities Provide close coaching and support to Plant Managers and staff to achieve a zero-injury work environment. Analyze and evaluate current EHS programs, policies, and practices to ensure compliance with all local, state, and national regulatory requirements, as well as company EHS standards. Implement and maintain EHS programs and policies to minimize safety risks and occupational hazards. Establish EHS monitoring programs to ensure activities meet established requirements. Maintain site records for occupational and environmental health and safety, including documentation on training and certifications. Manage key performance indicators to track EHS progress on a weekly and monthly basis. Coordinate and implement the company's Critical To Life standards within the region. Evaluate new processes and modify existing processes and facilities to meet new requirements. Participate in teams responsible for implementing new products and processes. Manage workers' compensation activities at the sites. Establish standards for measuring environmental, health, and safety performance. Coordinate and administer EHS-related training to ensure employees are aware of their responsibilities and operate safely. Maintain and improve the accident and incident reporting system. Investigate accidents and incidents to determine causes and recommend changes to work practices or equipment. Investigate ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, and other conditions affecting employee health and efficiency. Prepare safety and compliance reports as required by management and regulatory agencies. Perform other duties that support the overall EHS culture. Ensure all sites under your direction comply with governmental regulations. Conduct root cause analysis and apply process hazards analysis to operations. Be well-versed in sustainability practices. Essential Skills Expertise in EHS, OSHA, and environmental safety. Bachelor's or Master's degree in an EH&S-related science or engineering field. Professional certification as a CSP, CIH, or PE. Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with an emphasis on EHS program management. Experience within the food, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries. People management and team-building skills. Ability to manage multiple projects/programs simultaneously. Strong organizational, teamwork, and prioritization skills. Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working in multinational companies and matrix environments is a plus. Willingness to travel up to 50% in North America. Positive and motivated self-starter with a successful track record in changing environments. Ability to communicate with clarity and impact to drive EHS programs and collaborate across all organizational levels. Work Environment The position requires working in a dynamic environment with changing conditions. The role involves travel up to 50% within North America. The work environment will require collaboration across various levels of the organization and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mankato, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mankato,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.