EHS Engineer

Job Description Overview

We’re looking for a floor-present, operations-savvy EHS Engineer to lead the charge on safety, compliance, and environmental performance across a high‑mix truck body manufacturing facility. You’ll serve as the right hand to the Plant Manager when it comes to ensuring OSHA and EPA standards are met, especially in high‑risk areas like painting and decaling, while also shaping the long‑term culture of safety and accountability on the floor.

This is a hands‑on role embedded in daily operations. You’ll walk the floor, lead training for new hires, conduct root‑cause investigations, and collaborate closely with production leaders to solve real‑world safety challenges. A background in manufacturing operations or continuous improvement is a strong asset; you’ll be more effective if you understand the daily pressures and tradeoffs of production, and know how to influence change within that context.

You’ll play a critical role in maintaining air permitting compliance, managing hazardous materials, improving ergonomics on the line, and building proactive EHS systems. If you’re someone who thrives in fast‑paced, complex environments and wants to make a lasting impact on safety, compliance, and culture, this is a rare opportunity to take ownership and grow.

• $5‑$10k offered

• $90 - $100k

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) + Match
• Company paid life insurance
• 10 company paid holidays
• PTO:
  Vacation + personal time

• Safety Ownership: Walk the floor daily to identify risks, support safe practices, and provide a visible EHS presence across fabrication, assembly, paint, and decal areas.
• Compliance Management: Ensure full adherence to OSHA, EPA, and Title VI regulations; maintain required documentation and submit timely reports to regulatory agencies.
• Environmental Oversight: Lead efforts in hazardous waste management, air permitting, and process controls—especially in high‑risk areas like paint and decal operations.
• Training & Culture Building: Lead safety orientation for all new hires, conduct ongoing EHS training, and build a strong culture of accountability through behavior‑based safety programs.
• Incident Investigation: Respond to and investigate EHS incidents; conduct root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ergonomic Improvements: Identify and address ergonomic risks in high‑repetition areas like assembly and material handling; partner with engineering to drive lasting improvements.
• Policy Development: Write, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies tailored to the unique needs of truck body manufacturing.
• Emergency Planning: Maintain and train teams on emergency response procedures, including first aid, evacuation, and spill response.
• PPE & Equipment Oversight: Manage safety equipment selection, inspection schedules, and usage compliance across departments.
• Strategic Contribution: Support plant‑wide initiatives such as value stream mapping and CI events with an eye toward environmental and safety integration.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years in an EHS role within a manufacturing environment
• Deep understanding of OSHA, EPA, and Title VI regulatory requirements
• Hands‑on experience in hazardous materials management and environmental compliance
• Strong operational awareness; ability to collaborate and problem‑solve with frontline teams and supervisors
• Experience with ergonomic assessments and improvements in production environments
• Demonstrated leadership in safety training, coaching, and cultural transformation
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident working across all levels of the organization
• Travel to other facilities (e.g., MI or TN) may be required periodically