At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead EHS programs and ensure compliance with safety regulations across various facilities.
- Company: Join Kapco Metal Stamping, a leader in precision metal manufacturing with a family-oriented culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health insurance, 401K, profit sharing, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace safety and sustainability while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant field and three years of EHS experience required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Lead EHS programs across manufacturing, paint, warehouse, and distribution facilities. Monitor and support compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Conduct facility inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments; identify hazards and recommend practical controls. Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses, determine root causes, and ensure corrective actions are completed. Manage OSHA recordkeeping, reporting, and related documentation. Maintain and improve emergency response and evacuation plans. Oversee environmental compliance programs covering air emissions, hazardous waste, wastewater, stormwater, and chemical management. Coordinate permitting activities and support regulatory agency inspections. Maintain accurate environmental records, reports, and compliance documentation. Champion waste-reduction, resource-efficiency, and sustainability initiatives.
Manufacturing & Operations Support
Partner with operations on machine guarding, lockout/tagout, confined-space entry, fall protection, and personal protective equipment programs. Promote the safe handling, storage, and use of paints, solvents, coatings, and other hazardous materials. Coordinate industrial hygiene assessments and follow-up actions as needed.
Distribution & Fleet Safety
Support safety programs for warehouse and distribution center operations. Advance safe material-handling, pedestrian, loading-dock, and powered industrial truck practices. Support DOT compliance and transportation safety initiatives. Develop and deliver engaging EHS training for employees and leaders. Track, analyze, and communicate safety performance metrics and trends. Drive corrective actions and continuous-improvement projects to reduce risk and prevent recurrence. Contribute EHS expertise to Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety, engineering, occupational safety, environmental science, or a related field.
- At least three years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or distribution environment.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems.
- Demonstrated experience conducting incident investigations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
- Strong communication, leadership, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting metal stamping, fabrication, painting, or distribution operations.
- Knowledge of EPA regulations and environmental compliance programs.
- CSP, ASP, CHMM, or a comparable professional certification.
- Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems.
- Familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation safety.
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer employer: Kapco Inc.
At Kapco in Grafton, WI, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee development and satisfaction. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and continuous improvement, providing ample opportunities for professional growth while ensuring our team members are equipped with the skills needed to excel in their roles. Join us to make a meaningful impact on product quality and be part of a leading Midwest manufacturer committed to excellence.
