EHS Manager

Associated Wholesale Grocers•Springfield, MO

40d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will lead a prevention-focused environmental, health and safety program. The position will establish, execute and deliver specific strategy that supports AWG's overall EHS objectives, including crisis preparedness. The position will also be overseeing food safety processes, audits, corrective actions, training and keeping the organization informed of current food safety issues.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred
Five or more years hands on environmental and safety experience in a warehousing, manufacturing or transportation environment
Five or more years hands on food safety experience in a food warehouse, manufacturing or processing environment
Considerable experience with occupational safety, transportation safety, food safety and environmental compliance is preferred
Comprehensive knowledge in HACCP and GMPs
Understanding of Food Safety regulations, laws, and best practices including those from FDA, USDA and other state/provincial/ local entities
Has attained or is working toward certification in safety (CSP) and food safety
Has attained or is working toward HACCP certification.
Strong background in safety with a proven record of results
The ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement constructive behavior changes in safety
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent employee relations and interpersonal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, supervision and employees
Demonstrate excellent verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills
Leadership and team building skills, able to influence decision makers
Demonstrated knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software, and the ability to learn LMS/WMS software and programs
Effectively using time and resources to accomplish overall initiatives and program goals
The ability to analyze and independently solve a variety of difficult situations and problems

Nice To Haves

Other pertinent safety certification or designations are desirable as well

Responsibilities

In cooperation with Distribution management, develop EHS strategy in support of Corporate EHS strategic goals.
Develop effective EHS plans designed to meet operational goals to reduce injuries, accidents, incidents, severity and cost.
Effectively communicate EHS strategy and objectives with Senior Leadership.
Support site management in the implementation of EHS plans.
Design and implement effective metrics to track progress, proactively identify areas of concern and drive accountability.
Develop and implement training programs to transfer EHS knowledge and core competencies to management and associates.
Develop and implement audits to track and identify gaps in local compliance policies and procedures.
Support creation of EHS goals for the site management and appropriate activity-based goals for the leadership team to drive EHS culture, compliance and results.
Lead a system to identify and evaluate hazards (risks), and implement effective controls (corrective solutions).
Lead incident investigation process, including cause analysis and identification of corrective action plans.
Provide supervisor and management training on root cause analysis.
Interface with regulatory bodies (OSHA, DOT, EPA, and State/Local Regulators).
Facilitate the completion of a company-wide annual EHS training plan.
Develop effective interdepartmental relationships.
Assist facilities management team in ensuring required regulatory permits are acquired, required reports are submitted to regulatory agencies and any site permit conditions (e.g. recordkeeping, PSM, storm water, special waste, etc.) are met.
Display strong problem solving, organizational and analytical skills.
Demonstrate professional maturity and ability to act as a change leader.
Create and facilitate EHS engagement through safety committees needed to accomplish the established targets and annual objectives.
Drive and promote zero incident EHS culture throughout the company.
Support execution of AWG's Emergency Preparedness Plan procedures and policies.
Monitor, interpret and communicate regulatory changes to management.
Assist with the development and presentation of Corporate and site-specific training programs as needed.
Implement early return to work programs.
Interprets, trains and consistently enforces Company policies and procedures.
Maintains associate relations through regular department meetings, maintains on-going interaction and communication, monitors associate morale, and responds to and implements ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement.
Workers Comp claims.
Periodically review all food safety procedures and instructions, to ensure they remain current and that the organization remains in compliance with government agencies.
Manage the Food Safety Team and ensure that processes needed for the warehouse are established, implemented, and maintained.
Report to the Director of Distribution and top management on the performance of the Food Safety Program and any need for improvement.
Ensure the promotion of awareness pertaining to food safety throughout the organization.
Assemble Food Safety Team, as needed.
Oversee, perform and track the internal food safety audit program -- select internal audit personnel, conduct internal audits, review results of food safety audits, ensure that corrective actions are understood, and ensure corrective actions takes place.
Collect, analyze, and report data, to determine the root cause of food safety problems and recommend action to resolve those problems.
Conduct and supervise hazard analyses, report results of analyses to top management, and periodically review food safety-related processes to ensure hazards are accounted for and controlled.
Compile reports regarding inspections, sanitation violations, and steps taken to resolve deficiencies.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures, and policies.