As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Position Overview

The EHS Manager reports to the Plant Manager and has primary responsibility for providing Environmental, Safety, Health and Security expertise to the Michigan Center facilities.

This EHS Leader will oversee EHS objectives for regional entities by complying with Federal, State, Local and Internal requirements. They would operate in a manner that minimizes environmental, safety, health, security risk, and company liability using EHS tools: webpage, databases, online training, and programs guidance, to implement activities, programs, and training for existing and pending EHS & security requirements while recognizing and resolving dangerous, potential loss, and noncompliance situations. 

Primary Responsibilities

50% Leadership and Staff Development

Direct the leadership team on training and program implementation at this locationOrganize and lead assigned EHS programs while maximizing impact and enhancing employee developmentTrain and develop plant leadership/engineers using EHS tools: webpage, programs, standards, and databasesProvide safety coaching, mentoring, and guidance to employeesWork with the EHS corporate department personnel to provide EHS expertise in support of the corporate and plant goalsServe as a resource and work closely with the global safety representatives and other individuals/groups to identify, develop, and assist with implementation of global safety and health programs, processes and practices at the division, country and plant level

25% Implementation of EHS & Security Programs, Policies, Processes and Assets 

Identify and translate EHS requirements into applicable rules for the plantSupport the development of programs based on existing and emerging regulations, coordinate with insurance carriers for safety and property loss activitiesHelp develop and implement policies, standards, and guidelines that support H.B. Fuller’s EHS philosophies and business needsMaintain and drive Safety KPI’sSupport the ongoing and long-term plans for the company industrial hygiene programSupport the global EHS auditing in coordination with the Corporate HS ManagerSupport the PSM Management plan in coordination with the function

20%   Audit and Risk Management

Assist the coordination of Process Safety Management activities and other related management systems; and identify gaps in compliance activities.Review, guide, and evaluate H.B. Fuller assigned locations on actions to correct audit recommendationsBe a hands-on resource for the plant to address audit and any other plant safety issuesInspect to improve housekeeping and check for fulfillment of data standards and completeness of work.Review capital and facility or process plans at H.B. Fuller facilities, counsel on plans to promote/streamline EHS practices through better physical design, coordinate reviews with Corporate EHS and insurance carriers, and communicate recommended modifications to the facility managementProvide active follow-up to resolve any safety concerns promptly

5%  Other

Complete assigned compliance tasks on time and without error.Manage EHS Budget 

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Technical, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering or Environmental Science5+ years’ experience in safety, health management, environmental, industrial hygiene, & auditsActive knowledge and application of EHS laws and regulationsAble to work independently and accountable to scheduling goals and meeting themAble to interpret laws and regulations to ease end-user’s efforts to complyGood organizational, communication, and computer skillsFluency in English required Provide leadership in identifying, prioritizing and ensuring resolution of all EHS non-conformances

Preferred Requirements

CSP, CHMM, or Audit certifications

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Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $93,000 - $130,000.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.