Environmental Health and Safety Director- Beverage Manufacturing

Lassonde Pappas & Company, Inc.•Cherry Hill Township, NJ

8d•$155,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health and Safety Director leads the development, implementation, and performance of health, safety, and environmental programs and policies at Lassonde Pappas & Co. facilities. The role ensures compliance with applicable national and local regulations and maintains a safe, healthy work environment for employees. It reports to the VP of Manufacturing for the US and is based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The Director oversees regulatory compliance, audits, safety budgets, workplace policies and procedures, employee training, risk assessments, insurance coordination, accident and medical-claim reviews, and safety considerations in building design. The position also provides strategic direction and supervision, including setting objectives, monitoring performance, coaching and training staff, and coordinating work to achieve organizational goals. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field.
At least 8 years of work experience in a supply-chain environment in food and beverage or other perishable goods.
At least 5 years of safety and environmental experience in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to influence others professionally.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Excel skills must include creating formulas beyond basic spreadsheet manipulation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Excellent time-management skills.
Sufficient physical ability to work in a typical office setting, drive a motor vehicle, and occasionally work in field or production settings.
Ability to see and hear within the normal ranges, with or without correction.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience in a union manufacturing environment.
Experience in the food and beverage industry.
Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience with risk management and project management.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and observation skills.
Experience in report writing.
Proven organizational skills.
Ability to direct, coach, and train others.
Consultative, influential, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee organizational compliance with local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations, including fire safety and OSHA requirements, and monitor regulatory changes.
Work with the legal department to support regulatory compliance.
Direct audits and work with plants and departments to ensure company guidelines are followed.
Manage manufacturing-site safety budgets and ensure appropriate personal protective and safety equipment is available.
Develop, implement, and evaluate workplace health, safety, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures; maintain current environmental policy and procedure manuals.
Prepare, schedule, and deliver training on emergency procedures, workplace safety, and related topics.
Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement of environmental health and safety programs.
Conduct work-site risk assessments, identify hazards, and develop mitigation plans.
Coordinate with insurance carriers to ensure appropriate coverage for potential risks.
Review employee accident reports and medical claims and evaluate whether policies or procedures should change.
Consult with engineers to ensure building designs are safe and comply with current regulations.
Train staff, maintain a safe, secure, and legally compliant work environment, and support employee development.
Set objectives, monitor performance, and develop individual training plans.
Communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, and assess results; coach and counsel employees; and develop and enforce systems, procedures, and productivity standards.
Establish strategic goals, evaluate trends and outcomes, and determine courses of action.
Set strategic direction and coordinate the work of others to achieve objectives.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.