OPT Environmental Health And Safety Manager Jobs
Environmental Health and Safety Manager roles are strong fits for F-1 OPT students with degrees in occupational health, environmental science, or engineering. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in manufacturing, construction, and energy sectors regularly sponsor these roles.
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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with Industry Leader / $90,000-$120,000 per year depending on Experience / Great Benefits and Ability for Growth
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ken McClure
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
A bit about us:
We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to lead and support all aspects of environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment. This individual will play a key role in fostering a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that protect employees, the facility, and the environment.
Why join us?
- $90,000-$130,000 per year, depending on Experience
- Room for Growth
- Excellent Benefits
- Bonus Potential
- PTO
- 401K
JOB DETAILS
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Obtain, maintain, and manage required environmental permits, including air, stormwater, wastewater, and waste management permits.
- Prepare and maintain OSHA logs, environmental reports, compliance documentation, and regulatory records.
- Serve as the site's technical resource for environmental, health, safety, and transportation compliance matters.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall safety and environmental performance.
- Manage the site's Industrial Hygiene Program, including monitoring and exposure assessments.
- Maintain EHS metrics, records, KPIs, and compliance documentation.
- Oversee chemical approvals, inventories, and hazardous material management.
- Coordinate and manage internal EHS audits, inspections, and compliance programs.
- Participate in equipment reviews, risk assessments, process changes, and capital improvement projects to ensure safe implementation.
- Lead the site safety committee and collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety initiatives.
- Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries while identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Manage workers' compensation cases and return-to-work processes.
- Coordinate the selection, purchasing, and distribution of safety equipment and PPE.
- Develop and implement hazard control programs in partnership with corporate EHS leadership.
- Support fire protection systems, emergency preparedness, security systems, and regulatory inspections.
- Stay current on changing environmental and safety regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.
- Support new hire onboarding and safety orientation programs.
- Complete additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
- Develop and deliver environmental, health, and safety training for new and existing employees.
- Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements where needed.
- Maintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with all training requirements.
- Work with supervisors and managers to identify employee training needs.
- Participate in training reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare weekly reports summarizing training activities, compliance status, and upcoming training requirements.
- Support cross-functional projects related to employee safety and compliance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous experience supporting EHS programs within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable environmental and safety regulations.
- Experience managing regulatory compliance programs, audits, investigations, and reporting.
- Ability to conduct safety training and effectively communicate with employees at all organizational levels.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence safety culture, drive accountability, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
INTRODUCTION
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with Industry Leader / $90,000-$120,000 per year depending on Experience / Great Benefits and Ability for Growth
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ken McClure
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
A bit about us:
We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to lead and support all aspects of environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment. This individual will play a key role in fostering a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that protect employees, the facility, and the environment.
Why join us?
- $90,000-$130,000 per year, depending on Experience
- Room for Growth
- Excellent Benefits
- Bonus Potential
- PTO
- 401K
JOB DETAILS
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Obtain, maintain, and manage required environmental permits, including air, stormwater, wastewater, and waste management permits.
- Prepare and maintain OSHA logs, environmental reports, compliance documentation, and regulatory records.
- Serve as the site's technical resource for environmental, health, safety, and transportation compliance matters.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall safety and environmental performance.
- Manage the site's Industrial Hygiene Program, including monitoring and exposure assessments.
- Maintain EHS metrics, records, KPIs, and compliance documentation.
- Oversee chemical approvals, inventories, and hazardous material management.
- Coordinate and manage internal EHS audits, inspections, and compliance programs.
- Participate in equipment reviews, risk assessments, process changes, and capital improvement projects to ensure safe implementation.
- Lead the site safety committee and collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety initiatives.
- Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries while identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Manage workers' compensation cases and return-to-work processes.
- Coordinate the selection, purchasing, and distribution of safety equipment and PPE.
- Develop and implement hazard control programs in partnership with corporate EHS leadership.
- Support fire protection systems, emergency preparedness, security systems, and regulatory inspections.
- Stay current on changing environmental and safety regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.
- Support new hire onboarding and safety orientation programs.
- Complete additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
- Develop and deliver environmental, health, and safety training for new and existing employees.
- Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements where needed.
- Maintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with all training requirements.
- Work with supervisors and managers to identify employee training needs.
- Participate in training reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare weekly reports summarizing training activities, compliance status, and upcoming training requirements.
- Support cross-functional projects related to employee safety and compliance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous experience supporting EHS programs within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable environmental and safety regulations.
- Experience managing regulatory compliance programs, audits, investigations, and reporting.
- Ability to conduct safety training and effectively communicate with employees at all organizational levels.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence safety culture, drive accountability, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Environmental Health And Safety Manager
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
Environmental health and safety roles tied to engineering or environmental science degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Tell hiring managers upfront that you have up to 36 months of work authorization before any visa sponsorship is needed.
Target industries with federal compliance obligations
Manufacturing, chemical processing, construction, and energy companies face mandatory OSHA and EPA compliance requirements. These employers hire EHS Managers out of necessity, not preference, making them far more likely to sponsor international candidates than industries without regulatory pressure.
Highlight certifications that reduce employer risk
Credentials like the Associate Safety Professional, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification signal professional readiness. Employers weighing sponsorship costs against candidate quality respond well to certifications that demonstrate immediate, independent contribution on day one.
Quantify your compliance track record
EHS hiring managers want evidence of results. Frame your experience around incident rate reductions, audit pass rates, or training completion percentages. Concrete numbers shift your profile from a general safety candidate to someone who demonstrably reduces employer liability.
Research employers' existing H-1B or E-3 filing history
Companies that have sponsored EHS professionals before are significantly more likely to do it again. Check Department of Labor disclosure data for employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for safety manager roles. These are your highest-probability targets.
Address sponsorship timing proactively in your cover letter
Many employers assume OPT students need immediate H-1B visa sponsorship. A brief, confident note clarifying your OPT timeline and STEM extension eligibility removes that friction. It reframes the conversation from a risk to a straightforward hiring decision.
Environmental Health And Safety Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Environmental Health and Safety Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Environmental Health and Safety Manager roles directly align with degrees in environmental science, occupational health, civil engineering, and related STEM fields, making them eligible for standard 12-month OPT. If your degree qualifies as STEM, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months total of work authorization in this field.
Does an EHS Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in environmental engineering, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, chemistry, or another STEM-designated field, the role will typically qualify. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Review the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your specific program qualifies before applying for the extension.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor Environmental Health and Safety Managers?
Industries with the heaviest regulatory burden are your best targets. Manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, construction, and utilities companies face ongoing OSHA and EPA compliance requirements that make EHS Managers essential hires. These employers have established sponsorship processes and hire for these roles consistently. You can browse open EHS Manager positions from sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate.
What should I do if my OPT period ends before my employer files for H-1B?
If you apply for the STEM OPT extension before your initial OPT expires, you receive an automatic 180-day cap-gap period that keeps you authorized while USCIS processes your application. For H-1B specifically, your employer needs to register you in the April lottery. An immigration attorney can help you map your exact authorization timeline against the H-1B filing calendar.
How do I find EHS Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
The challenge with most general job boards is that sponsorship willingness is rarely listed upfront. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers open to sponsoring international candidates, including OPT students, so you're not applying blind. Search for Environmental Health and Safety Manager roles on Migrate Mate to find positions where your work authorization status is already understood by the employer.