DescriptionSCOPE:
The Environmental Health and Safety Manager leads the Company’s efforts in maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This position will work within all areas of Safety, occupational health, workers’ compensation, and relevant regulatory requirements. The EHS Manager will foster a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement across operations, empowering teams to operate confidently within a safe and secure environment. This position has a significant impact on employee safety, well-being and environmental stewardship.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Support without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.
- Assure that General Safety and Food Safety is an absolute priority by setting the example as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies aligned with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), and other regulatory standards.
- Foster a safety-first culture by promoting proactive communication, employee engagement, and continuous learning across all levels of the organization.
- Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments within manufacturing facilities to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Lead incident investigations by performing root cause analysis to determine underlying issues and prevent recurrence; prepare detailed report writing for compliance documentation.
- Coordinate and deliver engaging training & development programs on safety, LOTO, and/or environmental topics such as first aid, CPR, OSHA regulations, workers' compensation law, and occupational health best practices.
- Oversee workers' compensation processes, ensuring timely reporting and effective management of claims in accordance with legal requirements. Ensures all claims are managed from incident until resolution.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of environmental regulations related to waste management, emissions control, and sustainability initiatives; ensure organizational compliance.
- Develop, oversee and manage all Safety Incentive Program(s).
- Develop, track, and communicate safety statistics to the management team and provide tools for training the hourly team.
- Point of contact for, and overseas all OSHA, EPA, and/or State/Local inspections.
- Files OSHA reports as required and maintains 300, 300A and 301 OSHA documents.
- Plan, schedule, complete and document all quarterly fire evacuations.
- Stay current on recent federal, state and case law changes and monitors safety updates and newsletters for changes that affect the Safety Program.
- Oversee and coordinate the purchasing of all Safety Equipment.
- Participates in the Food Safety committee that ensures food safety, quality and legality objectives are established, documented, monitored, and reviewed. Also ensures that the programs and policies are followed throughout the facility.
- Participates and assists with any audits when requested.
- Follow and enforce all company GMP procedures and document any violations.
- Perform other duties as needed and completes all special requests assigned.
- Back up will be the Director of Operations.
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
- Builds Trust - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
- Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive.
- Adaptability – Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
- Build Partnerships – Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goal.
- Strategic Decision Making – Obtains information and identifies key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goal or visions; commits to a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision.
- Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
QualificationsKnowledge / Skills
- Proven experience in manufacturing environments with a strong understanding of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, occupational health practices, and workers' compensation law.
- Strong leadership skills including strong communication and listening skills, team building, multitasking, and coaching skills.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis and report writing effectively for incident investigations and compliance documentation.
- Strong training & development skills with experience designing impactful safety programs for diverse teams.
- Proven interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet and/or exceed deadlines.
- Excellent relationship-building and conflict resolution skills; Customer service orientation.
- Ability to effectively multi-task and manage multiple projects as well as the ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- A self-starter who is able to work independently and/or with a team with minimal direction.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Always maintain composure, especially while under pressure and handling difficult and complex situations.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the Company’s EHS management systems and experience implementing best practices in occupational health & safety initiatives.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in safety, Risk Management, and/or related field.
- Certification in first aid and CPR is highly desirable; additional safety certifications are a plus.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a Safety Manager level position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Regular use of hands to manipulate office equipment, phones and computer keyboard/ mouse. Sitting for extended periods of time, walking, reaching, bending and lifting up to 30 pounds. Extensive visual computer use and document review. Requires the ability to hear normal audible sounds including conversations over the phone and in person. Organizational, problem solving and analytical skills, ability to multi-task, comprehend complex information and analyze data, ability to effectively communicate with others orally and in writing.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in both an office environment and in the manufacturing areas. Work will require standing and walking in the production facility and/or walking outside. Frequently interacts directly with employees (both onsite and remote), third party vendors and clients during the workday. In addition, will be required to routinely be in the Bakery, working around power equipment, slippery floors and dusty areas. Very hot conditions during summer seasons. Protective clothing such as uniform, gloves and slip resistant, safety toe shoes are required.
