EHS Manager
CJ Foodville USA Inc•Gainesville, GA
•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite
About The Position
The EHS Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of occupational safety and environmental compliance at a high-volume bakery manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, Georgia EPD requirements, and corporate EHS policies while driving a strong safety culture across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field required.
- 8-10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing environments (food industry preferred).
- 2-3+ years of direct team management or supervisory experience in an EHS capacity.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA General Industry Standards.
- Proven experience in injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and safety training.
- Experience with EHS software tools and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Proficient in Windows operating environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and MS Teams.
Nice To Haves
- Construction safety experience is a plus.
- Senior Professional certifications highly preferred: CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
- ASP or OSHA 30-Hour Certification is a plus.
- Bilingual in English and Korean preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage safety programs in compliance with OSHA standards and state/local regulations.
- Lead workplace hazard identification, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and risk assessments.
- Conduct and oversee safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Manage core safety programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, confined space entry, ergonomics and repetitive motion prevention, fall protection and ladder safety, PPE program, and bloodborne pathogens/first aid readiness.
- Direct the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
- Oversee plant safety and environmental programs to ensure 100% compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards.
- Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors, including new hire orientation, refresher training, and task/equipment-specific instruction.
- Lead Safety Committee meetings and ensure employee feedback is incorporated into continuous improvement.
- Support emergency preparedness activities including evacuation planning, fire drills, and coordination with local EMS and Fire authorities.
- Maintain documentation and reporting for safety metrics (TRIR, DART, Lost Time), incidents, and compliance requirements.
- Manage OSHA recordkeeping and logs (300, 300A, 301) and track injury rates.
- Ensure site readiness for regulatory inspections by OSHA, Fire Marshal, or other agencies.
- Ensure compliance with Georgia EPD and local environmental regulations related to air, water, waste, stormwater, and hazardous materials.
- Coordinate environmental permit maintenance and updates.
- Perform physical activities including lifting up to 45 lbs, climbing ladders, and using aerial or scissor lifts as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
