Job Category: Environmental, Health and Safety
Requisition Number: EHSPR001956Posted : September 30, 2026 Full-Time
Locations Showing 1 location Macon, GA 31216, USADescription EHS Program Manager - Environmental The EHS Program Manager for environmental will lead compliance efforts for the site by developing, driving and ensuring compliance with environmental programs. Key Responsibilities1. Program Development Know, research and interpret applicable regulations and permits through independent research and leveraging external resources. Train, inform, coach and otherwise disperse relevant environmental regulation requirements and adherence plans to plant management, supervisors and hourly personnel. Collaborateand solicit input with relevant partners to ensure designed programs meet the needs of the organization and requirements while also practical and adoptable throughout the site. Develop, review and edit required programs, processes, procedures, protocols, etc. to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and permits and tailored to organizational needs.2. Program Implementation & Oversight Createimplementation and change management project plans that include timelines for finalizing new or modified programs, obtaining approval and buy-in for proposed changes, communicating in advance of effective dates, and announcing effective. Defineand establish how compliance with programs will be monitored and reported. Addressany identified noncompliance issues by reporting timely to the appropriate lowest level. Escalaterepeated or sensitive noncompliance or near noncompliance as needed. Driveinvestigation, tracking and oversight of root cause analysis and corrective action plans following audits, inspections, or noncompliance incidents.3. Monitor & Report Ensuredaily, regular and periodic inspections and audits are scheduled and performed in accordance with the required schedule. Coordinatethe gathering and collection of data and reports needed to compile regulatory compliance filings. Overseethe internal or external preparation of regulatory compliance filings to ensure accuracy and compliance Obtaininternal required review, approval and signature for regulatory compliance filings. Submitrequired regulatory compliance flings. Prepareanswers and responses to questions and requests from Nichiha HQ.Proactively identifyand communicate strategic EHS risks, metrics and progress to leadership.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a closely related field.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in environmental health and safety program management or environmental compliance governance. Knowledge:
  • In-depth knowledge for environmental compliance governance and regulations (e.g. Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA and EPA standards).Skill:
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with proven track record of managing multi-phase environmental projects, compliance implementations, and audit tracking.
  • Ability: Demonstrated ability to build alignment across multi-disciplinary teams and influence internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge: State of Georgia Environmental regulations
Experience: Environmental compliance work within 24 hour manufacturing operation
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