Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager at Hyster-Yale Group, HY US Berea, KY
Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager at Hyster-Yale Group in HY US Berea, KY. Full-time. Est. up to $160k. Apply with swipeandhired.
What starts with YOU, moves the world!
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager based at our Berea, KY manufacturing plant.
What you will do:
- Lead the site’s environmental, health, and safety strategy and day-to-day EHS activities, fostering a proactive safety culture and ensuring a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.
- Oversee EHS management systems, programs, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, NFPA, state and federal requirements, and ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
- Conduct and oversee EHS audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions; use EHS data and performance metrics to identify trends, reduce risk, and drive continuous improvement.
- Partner with employees, leaders, Facilities, Maintenance, Security, and other teams to identify hazards, address unsafe conditions and behaviors, and implement practical solutions that improve safety and environmental performance.
- Maintain required environmental and safety records and reporting, and oversee workers’ compensation case management in partnership with Human Resources and third-party claims administrators.
- Lead site emergency preparedness and response activities, coordinate with external insurance and regulatory partners as needed, and stay current on evolving EHS regulations and industry best practices.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve EHS processes, technology, and practices while strengthening operational effectiveness and reducing unnecessary costs.
Who you are:
- A visible and influential leader who builds trust, engages employees at all levels, and creates shared ownership for environmental, health, and safety.
- A proactive problem solver who recognizes risk, asks thoughtful questions, and moves quickly from identifying an issue to implementing a practical solution.
- A collaborative partner who can work effectively across operations, maintenance, facilities, Human Resources, and leadership while balancing regulatory requirements with business needs.
- A clear and confident communicator who can translate complex EHS requirements into practical guidance and influence others to take action.
- A continuous-improvement thinker who uses data, observations, and lessons learned to strengthen programs and prevent incidents before they occur.
What you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Safety Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, or a related discipline required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety experience, including previous leadership or management experience.
- Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Professional Engineer (PE), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) preferred.
Skills, Experience, & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state environmental, health, and safety regulations, including OSHA and EPA requirements.
- Demonstrated experience managing environmental compliance programs such as RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA, NPDES, Clean Air Act requirements, Process Safety Management/Risk Management Plans, stormwater pollution prevention and spill prevention programs, and DOT requirements.
- Hands-on experience implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems and ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
- Experience conducting EHS audits, regulatory compliance assessments, workplace risk assessments, incident and root-cause investigations, and corrective action management.
- Experience developing and evaluating EHS metrics and using data to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and prioritize risk-reduction activities.
- Working knowledge of workers’ compensation case management, OSHA recordkeeping, environmental reporting, and regulatory documentation.
- Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to lead multiple EHS initiatives, coordinate cross-functional resources, and drive projects through completion.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and EHS data, reporting, or management systems.
Who we are:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.
What we offer:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
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Job Type
Permanent
Time Type
Full time
Work Hours
40
Travel Required
None
Primary Location
HY US Berea, KY
Address
2200 Menelaus Pike
Zip Code
40403
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance Available
No
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled