EHS Administrator

COMPANY:

• Tuff Boy Sales, Inc is a leading manufacturer and innovator in the agricultural equipment industry, dedicated to designing and manufacturing state-of-the-art machinery that enhances agricultural productivity.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Administrator supports the implementation and oversight of safety and environmental compliance programs within our agricultural equipment manufacturing operations.
• This role is vital to fostering a safe workplace culture, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring the well-being of all employees across fabrication, assembly, and warehouse environments.
• The EHS Administrator will work closely with production teams, maintenance, and leadership to drive continuous improvement in safety practices and environmental stewardship.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer company EHS policies and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, state, and local safety and environmental regulations applicable to industrial and agricultural manufacturing environments.
• Manage and complete appropriate paperwork for licenses and permits in a timely manner.
• Responsible for maintaining the hazardous waste areas to comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Conduct and document regular facility inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments on the production floor, including welding, machining, painting, and assembly operations.
• Monitor incident reporting and investigations, track corrective and preventative actions to closure.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical inventory records, and ensure proper labeling and handling of hazardous materials.
• Coordinate and track safety training for employees, including lockout/tagout, forklift operation, confined space entry, and PPE usage.
• Support emergency response planning and drills; maintain first aid and spill response supplies.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to assess safety in equipment design and facility upgrades.
• Provide safety support during new equipment installations, facility expansions, and production line changes.
• Help promote a proactive safety culture through communication, recognition programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 4 years of experience in an EHS support role, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of OSHA general industry regulations and environmental compliance (e.g., air, water, waste).
• Comfortable working in a hands-on industrial setting, including manufacturing floors and outdoor storage areas.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid CA driver's license and proof of insurance required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Prior experience in the agricultural or heavy equipment manufacturing industry.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification or equivalent safety training.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and 45001 systems, or internal audit experience.
• Experience with EHS software systems (e.g., incident tracking, training management).
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment plus frequent visits to factories in Manteca, CA and Gridley, CA.
• Primarily based in a manufacturing plant setting with frequent exposure to welding, grinding, painting, and heavy equipment areas.
• Regularly requires standing, walking, and navigating production environments, including climbing ladders or stairs.
• May be exposed to varying weather conditions during facility inspections or outdoor tasks.
• Requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and travel between facilities or to training events.