Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

Department: Manufacturing Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Liberty, SC

Reporting To: Senior Director of Operations

Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 / year

Description

Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager
Location: Liberty, SC
Company: Cornell Dubilier  Cornell Dubilier, a global leader in the design and manufacture of capacitors and power solutions, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Regional Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager. This role is critical for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining a safe, healthy work environment across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in chemical and high-power electrical safety, along with the necessary certifications to lead and implement EHS initiatives effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe work environment across multiple facilities.
• Lead risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations to identify hazards and drive continuous improvement.
• Train and mentor site staff on EHS best practices, including chemical handling, electrical safety, and emergency response procedures.
• Collaborate with site management and other stakeholders to implement safety measures and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Serve as subject matter expert for chemical management, including inventory control, SDS maintenance, storage protocols, and spill response.
• Oversee and enhance programs related to high-voltage electrical safety, including arc flash analysis, PPE standards, and safe work practices.
• Lead comprehensive lockout/tagout (LOTO) risk assessments, develop robust procedures, and conduct audits for effectiveness and compliance.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on EHS performance metrics, regulatory compliance, and incident trends to senior management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in EHS management, with a focus on chemical and high-power electrical safety industries.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), or Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA 70E, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Proven experience managing EHS programs across multiple locations, including developing and implementing compliance strategies.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Flexible PTO
• Paid holidays
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k):
• Basic Life Insurance
• Onsite Physician
• Employee Referral Program

 Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence. We are committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is $100,000 to $130,000 per year. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high-energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications.   Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.  ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.  Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our career's portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.