Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager

Princeton NuEnergy is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for their new facility in Chester, SC. The role involves overseeing EHS compliance, developing an Environmental Management System, managing environmental permits, conducting inspections, and promoting safety culture. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 8 years of experience in EHS. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
Princeton NuEnergy (PNE) is a lithium-ion battery direct recycling and critical materials recovery innovator, founded out of Princeton University. At its core, PNE's patented recycling technology is based on a low-temperature plasma-assisted separation process (LPAS™) that does not damage but, rather, reclaims and repairs cathode material from spent lithium-ion batteries and manufacturing scrap at half the cost with significantly lower waste when compared with existing traditional recycling processes.

We are currently looking for an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to join our team. This role will play a crucial part in the establishment process of our new South Carolina facility. Responsibilities include environmental permitting applications, establishing a comprehensive Environmental Management System (EMS) framework, and promoting a Zero-Accident culture for the PNE manufacturing team.

Responsibilities
• Oversee EHS and compliance requirements for the new manufacturing facility commissioning.
• Develop and implement an Environmental Management System and safe operating standards, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage the site's environmental permit programs, including air and wastewater, to maintain 100% compliance.
• Develop and implement inspection policies, procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.
• Conduct facility and operation inspections to identify safety, health, and environmental risks.
• Establish health and safety procedures for all areas of the company.
• Identify EHS training needs and collaborate closely with management and the HR team to ensure all training requirements are effectively met.
• Prepare and conduct training sessions covering emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures and enforce adherence.
• Draft inspection reports to document findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure material safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible.
• Maintain records of hazardous waste discharge and employee exposure, as required.
• Act as the main contact for environmental, safety, and health affairs with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Safety, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Preferably 8+ years of hands-on experience in the environmental health and safety field.
• Proven track records of EMS development and implementation
• Experience with DOT RCRA training requirements
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and policies, including OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standards.
• Familiarity with ISO9001 and RC14001 management system requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the technology and equipment utilized in environmental inspections.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Princeton NuEnergy, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, and local laws.