EHS Leader

Fresh Mark Inc.•Canton, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Leader recognizes workplace hazards and evaluates safety and health risks through inspections and audits. The role equips employees to identify hazards and work safely, and supports managers and supervisors in setting regulatory objectives, planning programs, and integrating safety into the organization’s culture. The EHS Leader ensures compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations and stays informed about regulatory changes. The position provides employee training on topics including lockout/tagout, hazard communication, hearing protection, emergency procedures, and machine guarding; participates in accident investigations; monitors compliance with safety programs; and leads the facility Safety Committee while serving on compliance teams to promote corporate consistency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Science, Safety Technology, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong leadership and people skills.

Responsibilities

Recognize hazards and identify conditions or actions that may cause injury, illness, or property damage.
Conduct inspections and audits to assess safety and health risks associated with equipment, materials, processes, and other workplace factors.
Provide employees with the knowledge and skills to recognize hazards and perform their jobs safely and effectively.
Assist managers and supervisors in establishing regulatory objectives, planning programs, and integrating safety into the organization’s culture.
Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations and stay informed about regulatory changes that affect the organization.
Train employees on topics such as lockout/tagout, hazard communication, hearing protection, emergency procedures, and machine guarding.
Participate in the accident investigation program.
Monitor employee compliance with established safety programs.
Lead and administer the facility Safety Committee and serve on compliance teams, including the Safety/Regulatory Team and PSM Team.