Environmental Health & Safety Manager (EHS)

Job Description:

• Lead and implement comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across the facility, with a proactive, people-first approach.
• Serve as the site subject matter expert on EHS matters, including OSHA regulations, EPA standards, and corporate safety initiatives.
• Manage and maintain regulatory compliance programs including injury prevention, chemical safety, hazard communication, and waste management.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions, identifying root causes and creating practical safety solutions.
• Drive training and engagement programs to ensure understanding and adherence to EHS policies at all levels.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders in operations, HR, maintenance, and quality to integrate safety into every process.
• For one site: oversee ammonia safety and PSM (Process Safety Management) programs and emergency response plans.
• Regularly interface with regulatory agencies and corporate teams during audits or inspections.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of EHS leadership in a manufacturing or food/beverage production environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and state regulations; strong track record of compliance and risk mitigation.
• Experience with ammonia-based refrigeration systems is highly preferred for one location.
• Strong communicator with the ability to lead teams, influence change, and drive continuous improvement.
• Comfortable wearing a hard hat and safety boots—this is a boots-on-the-ground leadership role.