Safety Manager

EHS Manager

Yakima, WA

A leading manufacturer of food and specialty packaging products is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives at a large-scale manufacturing facility in Yakima, WA.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity supporting a 550-employee manufacturing operation . The EHS Manager will have significant influence on site safety culture, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the site-wide Environmental, Health & Safety strategy and compliance programs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, inspections, and incident investigations
• Identify opportunities to reduce workplace hazards and improve overall safety performance
• Develop, implement, and deliver employee safety training programs
• Manage workers' compensation processes and support return-to-work initiatives
• Lead and coordinate emergency response and preparedness programs
• Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, HR, Quality, and other departments to drive safety improvements
• Oversee environmental reporting, permitting, and compliance requirements
• Track EHS metrics and develop action plans to address performance gaps
• Promote employee engagement and accountability around safety practices
• Supervise, mentor, and develop an EHS Coordinator
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen site safety and environmental performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field with 5+ years of EHS experience
• 10+ years of directly related EHS experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Previous EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is required
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems
• Experience with environmental compliance, permitting, and reporting
• Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Food-grade manufacturing, packaging, plastics, blown film, or similar manufacturing experience is preferred
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring EHS personnel is preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees and leaders at all levels of a manufacturing organization
• Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic leadership with day-to-day EHS responsibilities

Compensation & Benefits

• $105,000 – $120,000 base salary
• 10% annual bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development opportunities
• Relocation assistance available
• Free onsite clinic

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of EHS for a large-scale manufacturing operation and make a measurable impact on safety culture, compliance, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on EHS leader who enjoys working directly with plant leadership and employees while building long-term improvements across the facility.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to learn more about the opportunity.