Industrial Hygienist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading EHS programs in a facility with high regulatory oversight (FDA, USDA, EPA).
• Proven track record managing audits, inspections, and compliance reporting with government agencies.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, FDA, USDA, and state-specific regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of the food industry–specific risks including allergen control, sanitation chemical handling, microbiological safety, and HACCP integration.
• Experience with safety management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene practices, ergonomics, and behavioral-based safety (BBS) programs.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical employees.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data and metrics for decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced food production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems; ability to generate reports and track KPIs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Occupational Safety Management, Environmental Health, or Business Administration preferred.
• 3+ years in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) strongly preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• OSHA 30-hour General Industry Certification
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, given a diverse workforce environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, USDA, and state/local environmental and workplace safety regulations.
• Assure compliance of customer requirements regarding EHS to keep their certifications.
• Maintain all required environmental permits, air/water quality documentation, waste management records, and compliance reports.
• Stay current with regulatory changes and communicate updates to leadership and staff.
• Deliver information required by Grupo Nutresa regarding EHS and compliance.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve plant safety programs, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, ergonomics, confined space entry, and hazard communication.
• Oversee food industry–specific programs such as sanitation chemical handling, allergen control, and safe food-contact procedures.
• Coordinate emergency response and crisis management plans, including fire, chemical spill, evacuation, and natural disaster preparedness.
• Conduct EHS orientation for all new employees and contractors.
• Lead ongoing training programs, toolbox talks, and safety drills.
• Partner with supervisors and frontline employees to promote a culture of safety through active engagement and participation.
• Conduct regular facility inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits to identify and mitigate risks.
• Implement corrective and preventive action plans with measurable timelines.
• Oversee job safety analyses (JSAs) and ensure risk assessments are conducted for new equipment, processes, and facility changes.
• Lead investigations of workplace incidents, injuries, near-misses, and environmental events.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective actions.
• Track, analyze, and report trends to leadership; use findings to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage waste disposal programs, recycling initiatives, wastewater treatment, and chemical storage/handling practices.
• Monitor plant energy usage, water conservation, and emissions reduction projects.
• Recommend and lead sustainability initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, auditors, and insurance representatives.
• Report safety metrics, audit results, and compliance updates to plant management and corporate leadership.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to supervisors and employees on EHS best practices.
• Use data-driven metrics (e.g., TRIR, DART rate, near-miss frequency) to track performance and identify areas of improvement.
• Implement Lean/Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methods to integrate safety and environmental performance into overall operational efficiency.
• Benchmark against industry standards to keep the plant competitive in safety and sustainability practices.

Benefits

• Longevity bonus
• 401K after one year of employment
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 7 Paid Holidays