Company: Wausau Coated Products is a familyâowned manufacturer of pressureâsensitive label materials and custom coating solutions headquartered in Wausau, Wisconsin. Founded in 1981, the company specializes in producing highâquality roll and sheet labelstock for diverse markets, including digital printing, wine & spirits, food & beverage, and specialty applications. Known for flexible manufacturing and technical expertise, Wausau Coated offers both stocked products and custom engineered constructions designed to meet unique customer needs with speed, innovation, and reliability.
Job Description: Wausau Coated Products is seeking a results-driven EHS Manager to drive the companyâs environmental, health, and safety initiatives. In this role, you will strategically manage regulatory compliance, oversee workplace safety programs, and ensure company-wide adherence to OSHA, DNR, EPA, and related environmental regulations. The EHS Manager will partner with leadership to implement safety strategies, conduct inspections and risk assessments, and manage incident prevention and reporting. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships across departments, maintain accurate compliance documentation, and ensure safe and sustainable operational practices.
This role is designed for a hands-on, high-performing EHS professional who excels at regulatory compliance, incident prevention, and employee safety. It demands attention to detail, effective coordination, and the discipline to maintain consistent compliance while fostering a culture of safety. If you are a practical, results-oriented safety professional passionate about protecting employees and the environment, we want to hear from you.
This role will be based in the corporate HQ, reporting directly to the HR Manager, and offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.
Responsibilities: The candidate will:
Maintain corporate compliance with OSHA, DNR, EPA, and other environmental and safety regulations, including permits, hazardous materials, waste disposal, regulatory reporting, and documentation systems
Develop, implement, and manage safety and emergency response training programs, including scheduling training sessions, coordinating evacuation and severe weather drills, and overseeing emergency medical response
Lead investigations of workplace accidents, hazards, and near misses, implementing corrective actions and collaborating with insurance and occupational health partners
Facilitate the Company Safety Committee by creating action items, setting goals, monitoring progress, and maintaining meeting minutes
Maintain accurate records of all EHS activities, incidents, inspections, and audits to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Requirements
Requirements: The candidate must:
Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA, DNR, EPA, and other regulatory frameworks, including hazardous materials and chemical management
Have proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS systems, including Safety Data Sheets, incident reporting, and regulatory tracking tools
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