Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

Join PIM Brands, a rapidly growing snack company, and make a difference in our HR department at our Somerset, New Jersey location. This position reports to the Environmental, Health & Safety Manager and supports operations for Environmental, Health & Safety matters, creating real value for the organization by supporting identifying and mitigating risk and assisting in regulatory matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support monitoring and maintaining compliance with all Federal, State, County and Local Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations, including OSHA, NJDEP, NJDCA and MCUA, in all actions, procedures and policies
• Perform weekly, monthly and annual inspection for EHS Compliance
• Assist with maintaining detailed log of incidents across all sites
• Attend Safety Committee meetings, take minutes and ensure necessary paperwork is prepared for meetings
• Provide input to develop and implement necessary EHS Policies & Procedures
• Follow PIM Brands GMP and EHS Policies and Procedures and monitor associates for adherence with the same.
• All other duties assigned by management

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• At least 2 years in Safety, Security, and Environmental Compliance in manufacturing; Food & Beverage experience preferred
• OSHA 30 Certification; OSHA 511 preferred
• AED/CPR/First Aid certified with medical experience
• Certifications in EHS topics such as LOTO, Forklift, Confined Space Industrial Hygiene expertise (airborne hazards: dust, chemicals, mold, bacteria)
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA General Industry and environmental standards
• Fire Safety experience
• Applied Ergonomics knowledge
• Risk assessment and facility improvement skills
• Security principles in industrial settings
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Influencing peers and strong communication skills
• Willing to work all shifts; self-motivated and independent with a sense of urgency
• Bachelor's degree in biological science chemistry, microbiology, food science or manufacturing strongly preferred
• Master's Degree preferred
• Minimum 5 year's experience in QA/QC, food laboratory and/or food and beverage production required
• Experience in the implementation of SQF Level 2 or 3 Program HACCP and SQF Certified Food industry experience required
• Computer proficiency and skills in EXCEL, Word, Microsoft Office and other software programs
• Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Willing to be trained
• Ability to read, speak, and write English is essential, fluent in Spanish and/or English are preferred

Work Environment:

• Main office at PIM Brands Pierce Street Location in Somerset, NJ
• Regular visits between PIM Brands Cottontail & Randolph Locations in Somerset, NJ
• Occasional visits to PIM Brands Headquarters in Park Ridge, NJ

PIM Brands offers:

• Pay range: $70,000.00-80,000.00
• Comprehensive benefits package - effective day 1, including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more
• Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (based on eligibility and position)
• Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life
• Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays
• Business casual dress
• Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement
• Professional development and training opportunities offered across the organization

Awards & Accolades:

• America's Best Workplaces - 2026
• Best Places to Work in NJ – 2025
• Advocate of the Year Award - 2024
• Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development - 2024
• Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine - 2024 Top 50 Employer in New Jersey
• #10 Candy Company in North America
• #26 Global Candy Company
• Makers of Welch's - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.
• Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market

PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer. Req Id: 592