EHS Specialist

EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) Specialist

Our purpose at Peet's Coffee is the pursuit of better, better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity.

As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet's, the world's leading pureplay coffee company, Peet's is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we're going. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.

We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.

EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) Specialist will support day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs. You will be a partner with Operations, Maintenance and Facilities, Engineering, Quality, HR, IT, Finance, safety committees, and employees to identify risks, strengthen safe work practices, and maintain compliance with applicable requirements. Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will own assigned environmental compliance activities, including emissions testing, with EHS Manager oversight.

Location Alameda, CA – Onsite

In this role, you will:

• With guidance from EHS Manager implement and maintain site EHS programs and standard work to meet applicable Cal/OSHA, California Code of Regulations Title 8, federal, state, local, and company requirements, including the written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Identify safety, ergonomic, chemical, and environmental hazards; coordinate industrial hygiene assessments and implement effective exposure controls with site teams.
• Own day-to-day air-quality compliance and required emissions testing: coordinate contractors, review results, maintain permit records, and complete required monitoring and reporting on time. Escalate deviations and verify corrective-action closure with EHS Manager oversight.
• Coordinate applicable air-permit renewals, emissions inventories, and reports; assess equipment and process changes with Engineering and Maintenance for California and local air-permitting requirements, with EHS Manager review and authorized approval.
• Support incident investigations and lead assigned root-cause analyses (RCAs); address systemic gaps and verify corrective-action effectiveness. Engage employees in hazard reporting, behavior-based safety observations, and recognition of safe practices.
• Develop and deliver practical EHS training and communications; verify understanding and communicate hazards, exposure controls, and safe work expectations in a form employees can readily understand.
• Act as backup to the SHE Manager (EHS Manager) to host regulatory visits, inspections, and audits. Coordinate site escorts, records, opening/closing discussions, and follow-up actions; notify site leadership promptly and route formal responses or commitments through authorized approvers.
• Conduct routine EHS inspections and audits; track actions with responsible owners and deadlines, verify completion, and maintain inspection-ready compliance records.
• Track and trend EHS performance, share lessons learned, and support Lean pillar routines, visual management, standard work, and assigned risk-reduction projects.
• Help maintain emergency response plans, coordinate drills, and support safety and environmental incident response within assigned training and authority.
• Promptly report food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance concerns to personnel authorized to initiate action.
• Follow company policies and procedures and perform other duties assigned by management.

You will help teams succeed by:

• Building trust and inclusion by listening to employee concerns, welcoming diverse perspectives, and encouraging hazard reporting and practical improvement ideas.
• Being visible on the plant floor, coaching safe behaviors, and partnering with teams to remove barriers where work happens.
• Taking ownership of assigned actions, communicating progress and risks, and recognizing improvements while sharing lessons learned.

What will help you succeed:

• Strong cross-functional communication, contractor coordination, and follow-through skills; ability to engage employees, explain technical requirements clearly, and escalate risks promptly.
• Experience as a training instructor, with the ability to prepare concise, understandable documentation, write technical materials, and develop lesson plans.
• Experience applying Lean tools, root-cause analysis, behavior-based safety, visual management, and standard work to safety and environmental improvements preferred.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, or Physical Science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• 3–5 years of related experience in safety, health, and environmental program implementation, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with computer applications, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Extensive hands-on experience developing and maintaining compliance with OSHA and EPA requirements, with an emphasis on employee involvement.
• Understanding of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Experience with Cal/OSHA statutory requirements preferred.
• Experience with ergonomic solutions in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of air permits, emissions limits, testing, monitoring, and reporting requirements; hands-on experience coordinating testing contractors, reviewing results, and tracking compliance actions. Familiarity with applicable Bay Area air-district requirements is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO environmental management systems, industrial hygiene programs, and emergency response planning preferred.

What We Offer: We're proud to offer a comprehensive package for full-time employees, including but not limited to:

• Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You – 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
• Peace of Mind – Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
• Everyday Perks – Free coffee, fresh baked goods, and discounts.
• Growth & Support – Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.

The target annual base salary range for this position is $65,000-85,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the applicant's qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education, certifications or licenses, other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors, and the geographic location of the role. In addition to base pay, individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

At Peet's, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, uniform service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local ordinances. Peet's is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.