Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Thrive Market • Batesville, IN

6h • $50,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead compliance, safety, and risk management at our 361k sq. ft. Organic/Non-GMO E-commerce Fulfillment Center in Batesville, Indiana. This leader will drive regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and cultural transformation by strengthening partnerships, overseeing the Safety Committee program, and embedding proactive safety ownership throughout the site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain within 1 month).
• 5–7 years of progressive EHS experience in distribution, fulfillment, food, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience working directly with FDA, USDA, and other food-related regulatory agencies.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, and communication skills with the ability to engage both hourly employees and senior leaders.
• Must reside or be willing to relocate within a 45-minute drive of Batesville, IN to ensure site coverage and responsiveness.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of organic and Non-GMO compliance standards (preferred).
• Demonstrated success leading Safety Committee programs or equivalent employee led safety initiatives.
• Proven ability to partner with local health authorities and emergency response teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and training tailored to a high-volume food ecommerce environment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, FDA requirements, Non-GMO/Organic standards, and all applicable laws.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for the Safety Committee program, ensuring standardized structure, representation across functions/shifts, and alignment with our EHS strategy.
• Prepare and distribute monthly Safety Committee agendas, minutes, and action trackers; oversee Gemba walks, trend analyses, and inspections.
• Drive accountability by ensuring timely closure of action items, clear reporting, and committee-led employee engagement activities.
• Build and sustain partnerships with regulatory agencies, local health departments, and emergency responders, seeking win-win solutions that balance compliance, operational efficiency, and safety outcomes.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and preventative action planning.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness drills, site safety stand-downs, and refresher training.
• Coach leaders and committee members to serve as visible role models, promoting a culture of accountability and recognition.
• Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, audits, corrective actions, training completion) and present insights to leadership.
• Conduct regulatory OSHA standard inspections and assessments

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
• Competitive pay + equity
• 401k match
• Multiple work schedules available
• Opportunities for advancement. We have programs that will start you on a path and train you along the way
• Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform
• Free Thrive Market membership and discount on private label products
• Casual atmosphere and great people to work with

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees