What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health and Safety Manager EHS position at Polynt?
Polynt Composites is hiring a hands-on, field-focused EHS Manager to lead Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at our Forest Park chemical manufacturing facility. This is more than a desk job—it’s boots-on-the-ground leadership in a dynamic environment where your impact is felt daily.
If you thrive in fast-paced, industrial settings and are passionate about safety, regulatory compliance, and building strong relationships with the people around you, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
We’re looking for someone who knows how to earn respect in the field, not just quote the rulebook. If you’re someone who trains, explains the “why,” and builds trust while enforcing safety, apply today.
What You’ll Do
As the EHS Manager, you’ll be part of the site leadership team and take ownership of all things safety and environmental:
Environmental Compliance
Health & Safety Leadership
Process Safety Management
If you thrive in fast-paced, industrial settings and are passionate about safety, regulatory compliance, and building strong relationships with the people around you, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
We’re looking for someone who knows how to earn respect in the field, not just quote the rulebook. If you’re someone who trains, explains the “why,” and builds trust while enforcing safety, apply today.
What You’ll Do
As the EHS Manager, you’ll be part of the site leadership team and take ownership of all things safety and environmental:
Environmental Compliance
- Manage compliance with EPA, RCRA, SPCC, SWPPP, and air permitting
- Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste programs
- Ensure compliance with industrial wastewater treatment standards
Health & Safety Leadership
- Lead life-critical safety programs (LOTO, confined space, hot work)
- Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and site safety initiatives
- Conduct site audits, investigations, and corrective action planning
- Deliver training (including new hire onboarding and LMS coordination)
Process Safety Management
- Administer and audit the PSM program
- Lead risk assessments, JHAs, and incident response efforts
- Drive a culture of accountability and proactive safety practices
What We’re Looking For
Must-Have Qualifications
Preferred Certifications
Critical Skills
This Role Is NOT for You If:
Why You’ll Love Working at Polynt
Polynt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related field—or equivalent hands-on EHS experience
- 5 years in an EHS leadership role in chemical or high-risk manufacturing
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and PSM
- Experience responding to hazardous material incidents and environmental spills
Preferred Certifications
- CSP, CHMM, OSHA 30
Critical Skills
- Strong field presence and relationship-building
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Training delivery and mentoring
- Calm under pressure and adaptable
- Competency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and LMS systems
This Role Is NOT for You If:
- You’re only looking for an office-based role
- You’re not comfortable in PPE, walking the site, or working odd hours if safety demands it
- You prefer writing policy over enforcing it
Why You’ll Love Working at Polynt
- Immediate eligibility for benefits, bonus, and 401(k) profit sharing
- A supportive and collaborative EHS network across locations
- Direct influence on a site that’s growing and evolving
- Opportunities for growth into regional roles over time
- A leadership team that values your input and invests in your success
Polynt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
