EHS Manager

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world‑class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, inviting both experienced professionals and newcomers to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager at IEM (Industrial Electric Manufacturing, Inc.) in Fremont, California manages the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive risk‑management program that surpasses regulatory compliance. The role ensures adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations—including occupational safety and health, waste management, environmental regulatory compliance, workers compensation, chemical control, and industrial hygiene—while fostering a strong safety culture and continuous improvement of IEM’s EHS program.

• Serve as the primary technical resource for employee questions and concerns involving Environmental Health and Safety issues
• Lead the development, evaluation, and upgrading of safety programs
• Develop, plan, and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and national regulations, including OSHA and the corporate EHS strategy
• Maintain EHS documentation including OSHA logs, policies, forms, chemical inventory, training records, inspection records, and facility Safety Reviews
• Develop and deliver effective EHS training programs for covered facilities
• Lead and participate in Safety Team meetings, including development, recruitment, and implementation of team meetings and activities
• Support facility recycling and waste management program
• Keep the safety data sheet (SDS) management system current
• Perform safety inspections and surveys; prepare reports of findings and make recommendations on preventative measures where necessary
• Set tone for a positive, learning Safety culture through a robust Injury and Illness prevention program, observations, concern reporting and leading Safety indicators
• Conduct post‑incident investigations, prepare reports identifying possible incident causes and hazards, and present recommendations for solutions to these hazards in the future
• Serve as backup for Facilities Management in routine and emergency response situations
• Support sustainability/corporate social responsibility efforts across the organization
• Advise leadership team on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Interpret regulations and implement requirements in the work environment
• Possess knowledge and a broad technical background with federal and state regulations (OSHA, RCRA, DOT, DEC)
• Analyze information, develop and deliver training programs, adapt policies, create reporting and offer recommendations for continuous improvement
• Utilize computer and software programs including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook and others
• Present information effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders while responding to questions from groups of managers, employees and the leadership team
• Demonstrate proven leadership, teamwork and flexibility to manage changes in projects and priorities
• Write reports and procedural manuals
• Manage complex projects and multi‑task effectively
• Exhibit excellent follow‑through

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, industrial engineering or related field of study preferred
• Minimum of five to ten years of relevant EHS compliance experience within a manufacturing environment or other industrial setting
• Experience leading a team of direct reports
• Professional EHS certifications preferred (Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other related safety certifications)

The salary range for this position is $145,000 – $184,000
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IEM offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ well‑being, growth, and long‑term success.

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