EHS Manager

Position Title: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager - Food Production

Overview:
The EHS Manager is a key leadership role within a food manufacturing environment, responsible for developing and overseeing safety and environmental programs that ensure regulatory compliance and promote a culture of safety and accountability. This role supports continuous improvement efforts, supervises safety personnel, and collaborates with operations, engineering, and quality teams to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of safety and environmental programs in a food production facility.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near-misses, perform root cause analyses, and implement preventive measures.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs tailored to food manufacturing operations and regulatory updates.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, and other applicable regulations relevant to food processing environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of safety incidents, training records, and environmental compliance reports.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify and mitigate risks related to equipment, processes, and facility layout.
• Oversee environmental systems such as wastewater pretreatment and ensure minimal violations and optimal performance.
• Provide emergency response support and maintain readiness for safety and environmental incidents.
• Support workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs.
• Foster employee engagement in safety initiatives through communication, campaigns, and training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Food Science, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 7-10 years of EHS experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
• Preferred certifications: CSP, ASP, CIH, or CEM.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and environmental regulations, with an understanding of food industry-specific compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting audits, managing compliance programs, and leading safety initiatives in a fast-paced production setting.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.