Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
About The Position
The EHS Manager will lead and facilitate the integration of EHS processes, standard operating procedures/policies, assist in administering programs, and training in compliance with local Federal and State regulations and standards. This position will counsel and support operations management and employees in activities to achieve a safe and healthy working environment, and to sponsor supervisory/employee-based activities that will reinforce an efficient/productive EHS work culture. This is a hands-on role with significant time spent in all parts of the operation, observing, monitoring, training and coaching employees towards EHS goals and initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in EHS management, preferably in food manufacturing.
- Proficient use of a computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote), and other related applications or software.
- Ability to read, understand, interpret and apply applicable EHS regulations as they apply to the plant site.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, in both written and verbal form, to a wide variety of stakeholders including but not limited to supervision, engineering, and shop floor associates.
- Possesses the ability to represent CHG in a professional manner to outside agencies, customers, and vendors.
Nice To Haves
- ASP or CSP a plus but not required.
- Experience in food manufacturing, and a basic understanding of plant operations, a plus.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EHS regulations and industry best practices.
- Lead EHS permitting processes, being a close liaison with local regulatory authorities to ensure operations/activities are in full compliance with environmental regulatory requirements.
- Give input to leadership team on various compliance requirements, drive compliance assurance.
- Support necessary programs to assure compliance with industrial safety, ergonomics, chemical safety, and environmental protection requirements.
- Drive the implementation of CHG EHS Programs and continuous improvement in EHS performance in order to achieve EHS excellence.
- Develop and implement appropriate corrective-action / continuous improvement plans.
- Conduct regular EHS audits and inspections to identify potential hazards.
- Perform risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks.
- Oversee incident reporting, investigation, and corrective actions.
- Analyze incident data to identify trends and develop preventive measures.
- Lead Injury & Illness tracking and case management.
- Conduct EHS training courses for assigned program areas for facility(s).
- Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility among all employees.
- Act as a liaison between management and employees to promote EHS awareness.
- Maintain accurate records of EHS activities, training, and compliance audits.
- Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.
- May support/oversee more than one manufacturing or warehouse facility with EHS.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- health and disability insurance
- retirement savings options
- flexible spending accounts
- employee assistance programs
- educational assistance
- parental leave
- paid time off
- company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
