Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist / Trainer We are seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Environmental Health & Safety Specialist / Trainer to support safety programs, compliance initiatives, and employee training within a food manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, administering OSHA-related training programs, maintaining compliance records, conducting audits, and partnering with plant leadership to ensure a safe and compliant workplace. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, safety training, regulatory compliance, and employee engagement, with the ability to effectively communicate safety policies and procedures in both English and Spanish. Key Responsibilities Conduct new hire orientation and ongoing employee safety training in English and Spanish. Develop, coordinate, and maintain safety training programs and records. Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies. Lead safety committee meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct facility inspections, audits, and hazard assessments to identify and mitigate workplace risks. Support and maintain safety programs including: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Exposure Control Programs Confined Space Entry Emergency Action Plans Assist with incident investigations, workers' compensation administration, and return-to-work programs. Analyze safety data, trends, and corrective actions to improve workplace safety performance. Collaborate with operations, production, maintenance, and leadership teams to implement safety initiatives. Maintain compliance documentation and prepare records for internal and external audits. Translate safety documents and training materials between English and Spanish as needed. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Studies, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety programs. Experience conducting employee safety training and presentations. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field. 3+ years of EHS experience. Experience in food manufacturing, food production, bakery, beverage, or pharmaceutical environments. Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards. Professional certifications such as ASP, GSP, CSP, or CRSP are a plus. Skills Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Life and Disability Insurance Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Legal Assistance Program Pet Insurance Employee Discount Programs Paid Time Off and Company Holidays (where applicable) Career Growth and Development Opportunities Why Join Us? This is a full-time, onsite position supporting a dynamic food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining workplace safety, employee training, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are required for success in this role. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. Pride Global and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr PrideNow