Job Title: Senior Manager, EHS, TPPL

Requisition ID: 12776

Location:

Springfield, MO, US, 65803

Home-based Position: No

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Motive Power applications include industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks, rail equipment, mining equipment, and airline ground support equipment. Some of the motive power brands include Hawker, Ironclad, General Battery, and Fiamm. Wherever there is a need for motive power, EnerSys offers the perfect energy solution.

Job Purpose

The Sr. Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) provides strategic leadership and oversight of EHS programs across TPPL’s Missouri manufacturing facilities and distribution operations. This role ensures regulatory compliance, drives standardization and continuous improvement, supports expansion initiatives, and advances a strong, sustainable safety culture aligned with TPPL’s five‑year plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead and oversee EHS performance for all Missouri manufacturing and distribution operations.
Drive standardized EHS policies, procedures, and work practices, including blood lead programs, risk assessments, and safety systems.
Utilize EOS tools, KPIs, A3s, and Rapid Improvement Events to improve EHS performance and accountability.
Analyze EHS data to identify trends, prioritize initiatives, and deliver measurable improvement.
Oversee EHS‑related CAPEX projects, budgets, and cost‑reduction initiatives.
Provide EHS leadership for facility expansions, equipment installations, and new systems.
Serve as primary liaison with regulatory agencies (e.g., MDNR); manage permitting, inspections, audits, and compliance reporting.
Lead environmental compliance activities, including air modeling, stack testing, NESHAP/NSPS requirements, and permit renewals.
Standardize and support wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) operations and improvements.
Oversee digital EHS platforms and systems (e.g., SAI360, IoT tools); ensure timely action and closeout.
Lead ISO 14001 standardization and certification efforts.
Oversee third‑party risk assessments and corrective action implementation.
Support workers’ compensation case management in partnership with HR.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and corporate EHS requirements.

Provide EHS support to other EnerSys locations as needed at the direction of the EHS Director

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental, Safety, or a related technical field.
Ten (10) years of EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations.
Proven experience with permits, regulatory reporting, and agency interaction.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

Master’s degree in a technical or EHS‑related field.
Experience in battery manufacturing or related technologies.
Experience with new product introductions and large‑scale capital projects.

Required

Minimum five (5) years of people leadership experience in EHS.

Lean or continuous improvement experience.

General Job Requirements

This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.

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