Senior EHS Manager – Food & Beverage Manufacturing
ConfidentialrecruitingpartnersOur client is seeking an EHS Manager to lead the organization's environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance, reduce operational risk, and strengthen a culture of safety and sustainability. This role is responsible for developing strategy, driving continuous improvement, and supporting safe, compliant manufacturing operations across the facility.
Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | Relocation Assistance: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–5:00PM
Please Note: Occasional domestic travel may be required
Responsibilities:
- Deliver EHS training programs for employees and leadership.
- Maintain and test emergency preparedness and response plans.
- Supervise and mentor EHS staff or site‑level coordinators (if applicable)
- Manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, reporting, and follow‑up actions.
- Support sustainability initiatives, environmental reporting, and climate‑related disclosures.
- Lead facility audits, inspections, and assessments; identify gaps and drive corrective and preventive actions.
- Monitor and analyze EHS metrics and KPIs to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions.
- Partner with operations, HR, legal, and engineering to embed EHS into daily processes and organizational culture.
- Serve as subject matter expert in environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and workplace safety.
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures aligned with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, ISO 14001/45001, and applicable state/local regulations.
Qualifications (Must-Haves)
- Experience in food & beverage manufacturing.
- Professional EHS certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent)
- Proven leadership, communication, and change‑management skills.
- 8+ years of progressive EHS experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ISO 14001/45001, and other relevant regulations.
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Experience with EHS software platforms such as Enablon, Intelex, or VelocityEHS.
Benefits & Perks:
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- FSA and EAP
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Full relocation package available
- Disability and Voluntary Insurance