EHS Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

$68K - $75K with 10% Bonus / / GREAT Insurance and Benefits program with 401K + match

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Salary : $68,000 - $75,000 per year

A bit about us :

Our Client is a growing food safe product manufacturer.

Why join us?

$68K - $75K with 10% Bonus / / GREAT Insurance and Benefits program with 401K + match

Be apart of a growing company that has opened 2 new facilities in the past 2 years with more to come!

Job Details

Job Description

POSITION : EHS Specialist

SUMMARY

This role is responsible for leading and advancing occupational safety, food safety, and quality performance within a high-volume service or manufacturing facility. The position focuses on training, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the site’s Safety and Quality Management Systems. Working closely with site leadership and cross-functional partners, this role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a strong safety culture, and drives consistent quality outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive safety, food safety, and quality performance at the assigned facility through data analysis, process monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, food safety, quality, and process consistency; identify gaps and partner with leadership to improve results.

Lead and support environmental health and safety (EHS), food safety, and quality initiatives, including new employee orientation and ongoing training programs.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Investigate food safety and quality nonconformances, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions.

Enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal EHS policies and procedures.

Oversee hazardous waste management programs, including storage, labeling, containment, documentation, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Review and approve new materials and supply orders by evaluating Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for regulatory and safety compliance.

Manage workplace incident response and investigations, including reporting, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and follow-up.

Promote employee engagement by recognizing and encouraging contributions that improve workplace safety and health.

Maintain and enhance site-level quality dashboards; collaborate with corporate or regional safety and quality teams to drive performance improvements.

Lead development, documentation, and execution of cleaning and sanitation programs, including standard work instructions, schedules, verification processes, and compliance tracking.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 3 years of experience in an EHS, safety, food safety, or quality role within a manufacturing or operational environment.

Experience working with sanitation chemicals and cleaning systems.

Knowledge of environmental monitoring programs and cleaning verification methods.

Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow-through.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.

Strong computer skills with familiarity in process improvement methodologies.

Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing operational demands.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and enterprise systems (ERP preferred).

Experience in logistics, supply chain, or customer-centric matrix organizations preferred.

CHALLENGES OF THE ROLE

Fast-paced environment with rotating shifts and weekend responsibilities.

Promoting safety, food safety, and quality standards in active production settings.

Working autonomously while responding to evolving regulatory and operational requirements.

Establishing and reinforcing procedures that foster a strong safety and quality culture.

KEY INTERACTIONS

Internal : Site leadership, HR, safety and quality teams, operations leadership, finance, and customer service.

External : Regulatory agencies, safety service providers, vendors, contractors, customers, and third-party partners.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities.

Proven planning and organizational skills in high-volume operational environments.

Working knowledge of applicable labor laws, safety regulations, and employee relations practices.

Proficient in standard business software applications, including Microsoft Office.

Ability to work effectively within 24 / 7 production or warehouse environments.

Strong decision-making skills with an emphasis on timely and effective responses.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English required

Spanish proficiency preferred

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Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.