Environmental Health & Safety Manager (EHS)

Job Title: Safety Manager

Location: Pataskala, OH and Frazeysburg, OH

Salary: Negotiable; Based upon experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Job Description:

Were looking for a hands-on Safety Manager to play a key role in shaping safety culture across our growing manufacturing facilities.

This is a high-visibility role where youll partner directly with leadership, work closely with employees on the production floor, and drive initiatives that make a measurable difference in how work gets done safely every day.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Lead and execute safety strategies across three manufacturing locations

Drive a proactive, behavior-based safety culture by partnering with leadership to integrate safety into daily operations

Serve as a trusted safety resource across all departments

Conduct risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations

Develop and deliver safety training programs

Ensure OSHA & EPA compliance, reporting, and recordkeeping

Manage hazard communication programs, including SDS and chemical safety

Develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, and documentation

Monitor workers compensation claims and return-to-work programs

Lead emergency preparedness efforts and serve as a first responder

Spend significant time on the production floor engaging employees and identifying improvement opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

B.S. in Environmental / Occupational Health and Safety, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of safety experience in manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments developing safety programs, training, and procedures

Strong working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry

Strong working knowledge of environmental compliance regulations, (EPA) required permits, recordkeeping, and reporting.

Excellent communication and leadership skills

CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

Self-motivated, hands-on, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision (eligible after 30 days)

401(k) with company match + immediate vesting

Flexible PTO program

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Quarterly/annual bonus potential

Company laptop, phone, and expense reimbursement

Team-focused culture with employee events, food trucks, and more

Apply directly or reach out to Chris Poe (Recruiter) at Chris.poe@ridgecorp.com

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.