Reference : USA14452
EHS Manager
United States, Minnesota, Mankato
- Permanent / Regular
- Health, Safety and Environment
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On site
Why do we need you ?
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the EHS Manager plays a key strategic role in shaping, developing, and advancing the plant’s environmental, health, and safety function. This position is responsible for proactively designing and implementing safety and environmental programs that foster a safe, healthy, and engagement-driven work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of the plant’s overall EHS strategy, including the annual EHS plan.
- Build and evolve a strong safety culture across the facility through leadership, accountability, and employee engagement.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations, as well as corporate and plant policies.
- Assess current EHS practices, identify gaps, and implement innovative solutions to continuously improve performance.
- Partner closely with plant leadership to integrate safety into all aspects of operations.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and influential leader to managers, supervisors, and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Lead incident investigations and resolution processes, ensuring root causes are identified, and sustainable corrective actions are implemented.
- Coordinate plant safety teams and initiatives, establishing processes and structures that support long-term success and continuous improvement.
What Makes This Opportunity Unique
- High level of autonomy and strategic influence within the plant.
- Opportunity to shape and strengthen the site’s EHS programs and culture.
- Visible leadership role with direct partnership across plant operations and leadership teams
We're at a pivotal point in our plant's journey where safety, environmental stewardship, and employee well-being are more critical than ever to our long-term success. While we have some foundational programs in place, we're intentionally creating this role to bring in a leader who can elevate, shape, and modernize our EHS function.
This is not a “maintain the status quo” position --we need someone who is excited to build, influence, and make a lasting impact. You'll have the opportunity to assess where we are today and define where we go next, bringing structure, strategy, and innovation to our safety and environmental programs.
We're looking for someone who can:
- Strengthen and evolve our safety culture into one that is fully embedded across all levels of the organization
- Partner with plant and corporate leadership to integrate EHS into everyday operations and decision-making
- Build sustainable processes, not just programs, that drive consistency and accountability
- Lead with both expertise and influence, helping our teams think differently about safety and risk
- Take ownership of our EHS strategy and create a roadmap for continuous improvement
Quite simply, we need someone who will take this function and make it their own --someone who sees the opportunity to build something meaningful and leave a lasting legacy on the organization.
If you're motivated by the chance to create, lead, and truly make a difference, this role was designed with you in mind.
Is this job for you ?
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Business Management, Engineering, Health & Safety, or Environmental Management
Experience
- 3–5 years of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) management experience required
Licenses & Certifications
- American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) certification preferred
- National Safety Council certification preferred
- SWPPP Operator / SARA / CERCLA / RCRA certifications preferred
Technical / Digital Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience supporting safety policy development, training, and regulatory compliance required
Leadership & Communication
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to conduct public speaking and group training required
- Strong teamwork and employee engagement skills required
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A little more about us
At RISE Building Products, a CertainTeed company, we're redefining the future of building materials and we want you to be part of it.
RISE is an innovative U.S. manufacturer of next-generation composite siding, created with 94% recycled materials, including reclaimed carpet fibers and fiberglass. In other words, we're turning waste into world-class building products, helping to build stronger homes while protecting our planet.
Why RISE?
- Be part of a company that's innovating in sustainability and manufacturing
- Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment
- Gain the opportunity to build your career --not just hold a position
- Contribute to products that have a real, positive impact on the environment
At RISE, your work matters every day. We are building something bigger. Join us and build a career with purpose.
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Benefits in joining us
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program