Environmental Health and Safety Manager

C.H. Guenther•Duncanville, TX

12d

About The Position

The Environmental Health and Safety Manager leads and facilitates the integration of EHS processes, standard operating procedures, policies, programs, and training in compliance with applicable local, federal, and state regulations and standards. The role counsels and supports operations management and employees in creating a safe and healthy working environment, and sponsors supervisory- and employee-based activities that reinforce an efficient and productive EHS culture. This is a hands-on position involving substantial time throughout operations observing, monitoring, training, and coaching employees toward EHS goals and initiatives. The manager may support or oversee more than one manufacturing or warehouse facility and performs other duties as assigned. The role works in an office or manufacturing environment, with frequent exposure to workplace conditions such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness or poor lighting, noise, and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather, including extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity, may occur. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, and may require travel of approximately 10–15% on an as-needed basis. The listed salary range is $75,000–$120,000 USD. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Benefits include health and disability insurance, retirement savings options, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in EHS management, preferably in food manufacturing.
Proficient use of a computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote), and related applications or software.
Ability to read, understand, interpret, and apply applicable EHS regulations at the plant site.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with a wide range of stakeholders, including supervisors, engineering, and shop-floor associates.
Ability to represent the company professionally to outside agencies, customers, and vendors.
Ability to lift and carry 15 pounds at times.
Ability to travel as needed; travel may vary with business requirements and is approximately 10–15%.

Nice To Haves

ASP or CSP certification.
Experience in food manufacturing and a basic understanding of plant operations.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements, and maintain current knowledge of EHS regulations and industry best practices.
Lead EHS permitting processes and liaise with local regulatory authorities to support compliance with environmental regulatory requirements.
Advise the leadership team on compliance requirements and drive compliance assurance.
Support programs addressing industrial safety, ergonomics, chemical safety, and environmental protection.
Implement company EHS programs and continuously improve EHS performance, including environmental expectations, emergency preparedness, safety risk assessments, EHS procedures, waste management, ergonomics, contractor safety, and EHS culture.
Track EHS goals through collection, analysis, and communication of EHS and KPI data, including program evaluations, workplace audits, corrective-action findings, training completion, injuries, illnesses, and other significant events, using Gensuite or a similar EHS management system.
Develop and implement corrective-action and continuous-improvement plans.
Conduct EHS audits and inspections, identify hazards, perform risk assessments, and develop risk-mitigation strategies.
Oversee incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, injury and illness tracking, and case management; analyze incident data to identify trends and preventive measures.
Conduct EHS training for assigned program areas at facility or facilities.
Promote safety and environmental responsibility and serve as a liaison between management and employees to increase EHS awareness.
Maintain accurate EHS activity, training, and compliance-audit records, and prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.
Demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the company's Core Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.