EHS Specialist

At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place. Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products. In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross‑functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change. Want to make an impact? The Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist (EHS) is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of the plant workforce and environment by monitoring and evaluating health and safety conditions; assuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures and governmental standards; and maintenance of the EHS Programs for the site. The primary objective is to ensure a safe and incident‑free work environment including methodologies, initiatives and strategies that promote safe operations, safety awareness, training and continuous improvement to eliminate or control unsafe behaviors, environments and hazards. Ways you will make a difference In addition to overall input to site environmental, health and safety initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures, responsibilities include: Deliver EHS programs to train employees in work site safety practices by promoting and leading a site culture where Safety is engrained as a core value with all employees. Drive effective, sustainable implementation of Corporate and Site EHS initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures through hands‑on leadership, coaching and teamwork. Facilitate, train and coach employees from onboarding through Cal OSHA‑required annual training and other safety‑related topics to ensure compliance with government‑mandated training. Collaborate with employees to identify and implement solutions to safety issues identified in inspections and investigations to eliminate incidents and prevent recurrence. Effectively coach and develop supervisors to be effective EHS leaders and coaches. Add incident investigation utilizing: Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5‑why, fishbone. Ensure compliance with regulations and Company policies by routinely interacting with employees on the plant floor. Analyze EHS programs, conditions and behaviors and recommend changes to continuously improve site EHS performance. Provide key support with all site environmental policies and procedures. Lead and ensure thorough investigation of all incidents in coordination with site leadership. Foster and develop a culture where everyone is actively engaged in performing their work safely and coworkers hold each other accountable to prevent at‑risk behaviors. Oversee regulatory compliance audits, inspections, and associated record‑keeping. In partnership with HR, oversee workers’ compensation claims by working with the insurance company, injured employee, and clinics from claim opening through closure. Collaborate with Engineering, HR, Quality, Operations, and other key functions to deliver goals and plans. Maintain thorough knowledge of basic industrial hygiene and occupational health hazards and regulations. Maintain high attention to detail to stay aware of existing and proposed safety codes, regulations, company guidelines, and to maintain and analyze appropriate data. Understand fire codes, standards, and regulations. Maintain awareness of applicable environmental policies, standards, guidelines, regulations, and local requirements (spill containment, facility waste stream and disposal requirements, etc.). Skills that will make you successful First Aid, CPR, and AED skills and certification. Experiences that will support your success Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Sciences, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience related to the position. Demonstrated one year of experience working in a safety and environmentally‑conscious manufacturing environment preferred. Experience successfully coordinating EHS sustainability activities in a manufacturing setting preferred. Knowledge of Cal OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and EPA laws and regulations. Professional certifications in EHS‑related fields are considered beneficial. What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at Compensation The salary range for this role is $75,000 -$85,000 annually. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. Nearest Major Market: Sacramento Nearest Secondary Market: Fairfield #J-18808-Ljbffr