Environmental Health & Safety Manager

How would we describe a career with Agri-Mark/McCadam/Cabot Creamery? More than 100 years of: Farmers, Family, Mission, Purpose, Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Work Ethic, Teamwork, Pride in Award Winning Products, and Agriculture. Cabot Creamery has held B Corp certification since 2012 and became the world’s first dairy co-op to do so. This certification demonstrates our commitment to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. Essential Responsibilities Provide EHS leadership, guidance, resources, and support for the Cabot. Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs that promote safe work practices and employee engagement. Lead safety initiatives that foster a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement mindset. Conduct new hire safety orientation and deliver required annual training in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company requirements. Partner with leaders and employees to identify, evaluate, and mitigate workplace hazards. Serve as the primary resource and champion for Safety Committees, Emergency Response Teams, and site leadership. Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Maintain all required EHS documentation, permits, records, and regulatory reports. Conduct facility inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Evaluate equipment, processes, and work environments for safety and ergonomic improvements. Recommend and implement appropriate engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Track, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics, trends, and key performance indicators. Coordinate and support internal and external compliance audits and regulatory inspections. Assist with workers' compensation case management, return-to-work programs, and injury prevention initiatives. Monitor changes in EHS regulations and ensure ongoing compliance across both campuses. Support sustainability and environmental compliance initiatives, including waste management and environmental reporting requirements. Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and human resources teams to support business objectives and employee well-being. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field. Minimum of 3–5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable state and federal regulations. Demonstrated ability to lead EHS programs and influence safety performance at all levels of an organization. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management, contractors, and regulatory agencies. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and EHS reporting systems. Ability to travel regularly between the Cabot and Montpelier campuses. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), ASP (Associate Safety Professional), CHMM, or equivalent. Experience in food manufacturing, dairy processing, or other regulated manufacturing environments. Experience leading regulatory audits, environmental compliance programs, and safety management systems. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and behavior-based safety programs. What We Offer At Agri-Mark and Cabot Creamery, we are committed to creating a workplace where safety, quality, and employee well‑being are top priorities. The EHS Manager plays a critical role in protecting our employees, supporting operational excellence, and helping our cooperative continue its tradition of producing award‑winning dairy products safely and sustainably. The salary range for this position is $93k-103k. Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law. Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr AgriMark