ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Overall responsibility is to develop, execute, and lead improvements to environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure that the Company provides a safe and secure workplace for employees and the products we produce.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations.
- Identify gaps within existing EHS systems and develop, implement, and maintain programs to close those gaps and ensure ongoing compliance.
- Maintain and manage employee safety training programs to ensure all training remains current with applicable regulations and legal requirements.
- Oversee the preparation, organization, and distribution of all regulatory and internal safety and environmental reports.
- Conduct routine facility audits to assess equipment, physical conditions, operational practices, and procedural compliance.
- Perform site inspections, document findings in detailed reports, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
- Evaluate and recommend new safety equipment to ensure effectiveness and suitability.
- Develop and implement training programs for new processes, procedures, and job tasks.
- Perform hazard risk assessments: prioritize and implement appropriate control measures.
- Lead and manage the safety committee, including ongoing training and development of its members.
- Oversee the development and authoring of product Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and review raw material SDS documentation.
- Collaborate with Facilities and Engineering teams to ensure safe change management
- Promote and strengthen a culture of safety awareness throughout the organization.
- Manage wastewater treatment compliance.
- Lead sustainability initiatives and environmental performance improvements.
- Ensure compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) vehicle regulations, including driver qualification file (DQF) management and documentation.
- Oversee waste management programs, including recycling and reuse initiatives.
- Manage environmental permitting processes and ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting.
- Ensure compliance with DOT hazardous materials (Hazmat) regulations.
- Administer workers' compensation programs, including return-to-work and light-duty assignments.
- Manage fire suppression and vapor detection systems to ensure reliability and compliance.
- Ensure compliance with pressure vessel regulations and standards.
- Oversee EHS compliance across multiple facilities and support corporate-level EHS initiatives.
- Remain available to respond to emergency situations as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL/SKILLS NEEDED:- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills with the ability to communicate well with a diverse group of people. Spanish skills are helpful but not required.
- Ability to interact well with a diverse group of employees.
- Knowledge of all OSHA and State compliance regulations, laws, etc.
- Strong decision-making capabilities, and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Stays up to date on changes in Human Resource issues and keeps the company aware of changes in laws.
- Strong problem-solving skills are needed with the ability to generate problem solutions, serve as advisor/consultant, and develop operating procedures,
- English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessity to ensure a safe and effective work environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- Bachelor's degree in safety, or a related field.
- CSP or CHMM Certifications preferred
- 5+ years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety; food or chemical manufacturing and hazardous waste experience is a plus.
- Must be certified to train on all required OSHA topics.
- Other areas to train on include but are not limited to hazmat training, chemical safety training, forklift/pallet jack/aerial lift certifications, on-the-job safety training, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:- Light physical efforts with no lifting over 20 lbs., need use of eyes, arms and hands for using equipment, mixing and testing, average hearing to talk to customers and staff.
- Seldomly exposed to dirt, heat, wetness, dryness, vibration.
- Occasionally exposed to dust, cold, fumes and poor ventilation.
- Frequently exposed to odor and noise.
- Exposure to food allergens such as, but not limited to, milk eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans will occur.
***Competitive compensation and benefits package***
