EHS Manager

What you will do

In this role you will have oversight and accountability for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) operations at the Florence, KY site. You will partner with plant management and regional EHS teams to implement global, regional, and plant EHS standards and serve as the subject matter expert for EHS operations. This role combines strategic and tactical work, including daily Gemba walks and partnership with employees, safety committees, supervision, engineering, and leadership to embody an EHS culture.

• Partner with Plant Leadership, EHS Leadership, regional experts, and operations teams to develop and execute site-specific operational and EHS strategies.
• Engage employees at all levels to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, ISO 14000/45000).
• Lead EHS programs, including PPE management, engineered hazard solutions, and maintenance of ISO‑compliant management systems in partnership with Quality.
• Manage EHS improvement activities such as incident investigations, workers' compensation claims, contractor safety reviews, and ensure continuous EHS training for all employees.
• Track and communicate EHS performance metrics, analyze incident trends, and drive timely implementation of root causes and preventative measures.
• Advocate for EHS capital needs, ensure escalation of critical issues, and implement a communication strategy reinforcing strong EHS ownership across the plant.

• Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Industrial Safety, Occupational Safety, or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in an Environmental, Health & Safety leadership role in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO
  14001 and 45000 standards.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Travel may occasionally be necessary (approximately 1–2 times per year).

• Manufacturing experience.

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire.
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts.
• Parental and caregiver leave programs.
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits.
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership.
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full‑service cafeteria and workout facility.
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries;

we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

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