EHS Manager

Avantor is seeking a dynamic and experienced EHS Manager to lead all aspects of our Environment, Health, Safety, Security, and Sustainability (EHSS&S) programs within our chemical manufacturing site in Paris, KY.

A confident and capable EHS leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. You bring a strong technical foundation, a proactive mindset, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline required (e.g., Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene)
• Experience: 5+ years’ of progressive EHS experience in chemical manufacturing or related industry
  • Strong working knowledge of environmental and safety regulations, including process safety management (PSM)
  • Experience with hazardous waste management and managing various environmental permits
• Certification(s):
  • 24-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification nice to have
• Preferred Qualifications: 
  • 3+ years of leadership experience
  • Experience leading emergency response planning and coordination
  • Familiarity with risk registers, performance metrics, and trend analysis
  • Background in sustainability initiatives and waste minimization strategies
  • Ability to manage external consultants and contractors for specialized assessment

• Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.)
• Lead comprehensive risk assessments with a focus on identifying and mitigating process and repetitive risks
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and incident investigations with a focus on systemic risk reduction
• Develop and execute long-term EHS strategies aligned with corporate sustainability and risk reduction goals
• Monitor performance metrics and reporting systems for compliance tracking and analytics
• Design and deliver targeted training programs on risk awareness, PSM, and JSA best practices
• Lead site-wide safety campaigns and employee engagement efforts to foster a proactive safety culture
• Oversee environmental compliance including air, wastewater, waste management, ground & storm water, SPCC, CERCLA and, community right to know
• Lead emergency response planning and coordination with internal teams and external agencies
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Quality departments to integrate EHS into daily operations and capital projects

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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