Sr EHS Manager - Manufacturing
About The Position
CJ Schwan’s, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! Our brand-new, 700,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD, is taking shape — and we’re ramping up hiring for key roles. This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. We’re building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together. We are seeking a Senior EHS Manager to ensure a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment in our new manufacturing facility. This leader will oversee EHS programs, manage risk, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental, Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, Workers’ Compensation, ADA, USDA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
- Experience leading regulatory compliance efforts, audits, and interactions with government agencies and loss control partners.
- Background in industrial safety, loss control, or risk management; return-to-work and claims management experience preferred.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated experience delivering EHS training and presentations to diverse audiences.
Nice To Haves
- return-to-work and claims management experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead site-wide EHS compliance, maintaining required records, reports, and documentation in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Serve as the primary site contact for regulatory agencies and third-party partners, leading inspections and ensuring timely, effective responses (OSHA, EPA, insurance, loss control).
- Design, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs, procedures, training, and engagement initiatives to eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.
- Establish and guide Safety Committees, fostering a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization.
- Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and internal audits; ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
- Develop and deliver supervisor and employee safety training, maintaining accurate incident and compliance records.
- Ensure contractor and vendor EHS compliance, including environmental reporting, audits, and regulator coordination.
- Oversee hazard identification, risk mitigation, and safety integration for new equipment, processes, chemicals, and facility operations in a startup environment.
- Ensure appropriate safety systems, PPE, and reporting mechanisms are in place to proactively identify and address workplace hazards.
Benefits
- The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance.
- Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
