Environmental, Health Safety; EHS Manager

Overview Aertssen Logistics USA Inc. specializes in the transportation, handling, final assembly, and management of construction, agricultural, and aerial-lift equipment. The Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager will develop, implement, and maintain policies and programs that ensure a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace, aligned with Aertssen Logistics’ core values. This role promotes a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across all operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company standards.

The ideal candidate has experience in behavioral safety, OSHA compliance, and safety engineering controls; is a collaborative team player who fosters cross-team safety initiatives; and oversees agreed-upon improvement programs to completion. Location, Type, and Pay

Location:

Rincon, GA

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, 100% Onsite

Pay Range: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

Warehouse

Hours:

M-F, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM Eastern Time

Safety & Health

• Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies, procedures, training programs, and compliance with PPE requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and track corrective measures.
• Coordinate emergency response plans, safety drills, and first-aid readiness.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Stop operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
• Responsible for the facility's Emergency Response Plan, and the conducting of table tops and tests.
• Conduct weekly safety walks with the Operational Team Leads; document findings and drive improvement until completion.
• Initiate Safety Awareness programs in collaboration with the HQ in Europe.

Environmental Compliance

• Monitor environmental aspects and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Maintain records of hazardous waste discharge and employee exposure.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams to achieve environmental goals.

Training & Engagement

• Prepare and deliver training on workplace safety, emergency procedures, and environmental awareness.
• Conduct employee standup meetings and safety introductions for new hires.
• Promote employee engagement through campaigns, meetings, and recognition programs.
• Responsible for the safety induction of contractors.

Advisory & Reporting

• Advise leadership and operational teams on EHS matters.
• Participate in safety committees and direct management reviews.
• Collaborate with the EHS team at Aertssen Belgium to benchmark and share best practices to foster a culture of EHS at the group level.
• Develop and maintain safety and environmental performance metrics and KPIs.
• Ensure completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.

All work is carried out in accordance with the company’s quality, environmental, and health policies.

• Proactive in promoting safety and environmental responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training and lead safety initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; able to run analyses on safety data independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and safety apps like Driven by Safety.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and supervisory skills.
• Builds collaboration and trust across teams; encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong ability to assess risks and develop solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety, Safety Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field (Master’s degree desirable).
• 3–5 years of experience in EHS management within logistics, warehouse, or industrial environments.
• Valid OSHA Certification required.
• Domestic travel (up to 50%) throughout facilities to conduct safety inspections.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb, work around equipment; comfortable working in small, confined spaces and at heights up to…