EHS Manager - Wayland Area

EHS Manager | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $131,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for workplace safety and environmental compliance? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Wayland seeking skilled EHS Managers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Wayland seeking EHS Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular EHS risk assessments, inspections, and audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations (accidents, near misses) to determine root causes and implement preventative measures.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for all employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Manage hazardous waste programs, including storage, disposal, and record-keeping, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics, prepare reports, and communicate results to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Promote a strong safety culture through active engagement, communication, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• 5-7+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment, including supervisory or management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in OSHA, EPA, and other relevant federal, state, and local EHS regulations and standards.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive EHS programs and management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Strong experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Professional EHS certification (e.g., CSP, CHMM, CIH) preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience managing EHS in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with enterprise EHS management software (e.g., Intelex, Gensuite, SAP EHS).
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation.
• Experience developing and implementing sustainability or ESG initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Environmental Health and Safety Manager, HSE Manager, Health and Safety Manager, Safety Manager, Occupational Health and Safety Manager, EHS Compliance Manager, SHE Manager, Workplace Safety Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.