EHS Manager

Duties and Responsibilities Lead and facilitate the integration of EHS processes, standard operating procedures/policies, assist in administering programs, and train in compliance with local Federal and State regulations and standards. Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EHS regulations and industry best practices. Lead EHS permitting processes and serve as a liaison with local regulatory authorities to ensure operations are in full compliance with environmental regulatory requirements. Give input to leadership on compliance requirements and drive compliance assurance. Support necessary programs to assure compliance with industrial safety, ergonomics, chemical safety, and environmental protection requirements. Program Management Drive the implementation of CHG EHS Programs and continuous improvement in EHS performance to achieve EHS excellence. This includes but is not limited to environmental expectations, emergency preparedness, safety risk assessments (SRA’s), EHS procedures, waste management, ergonomics, contractor safety, and EHS culture. Drive improvement and track goal achievement through collection, analysis and communication of EHS and KPI data (including program evaluations, workplace audits, ATS findings closure, training completion, injuries and illnesses, and other significant events) in Gensuite (or similar) EHS management system. Develop and implement appropriate corrective‑action and continuous improvement plans. Risk Assessment Conduct regular EHS audits and inspections to identify potential hazards. Perform risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks. Incident Management Oversee incident reporting, investigation, and corrective actions. Analyze incident data to identify trends and develop preventive measures. Lead injury and illness tracking and case management. Training Conduct EHS training courses for assigned program areas for facilities. Safety Culture Promotion Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility among all employees. Act as a liaison between management and employees to promote EHS awareness. Reporting and Documentation Maintain accurate records of EHS activities, training, and compliance audits. Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required. May support or oversee more than one manufacturing or warehouse facility with EHS. Perform all other duties as assigned. Minimum Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field. ASP or CSP a plus but not required. 5+ years of experience in EHS management, preferably in food manufacturing. Experience in food manufacturing and a basic understanding of plant operations is a plus. Education/Certifications and Experience Proficient use of a computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) and other related applications or software. Ability to read, understand, interpret and apply applicable EHS regulations as they apply to the plant site. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, in both written and verbal form, to a wide variety of stakeholders including but not limited to supervision, engineering, and shop floor associates. Possesses the ability to represent CHG in a professional manner to outside agencies, customers, and vendors. Supervisory Responsibilities N/A Working Conditions and Physical Effort Typical work in an office environment or manufacturing environment. Work involves daily and frequent exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness, poor lighting, noise and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather elements including extreme temperatures, wetness and humidity. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift and carry 15 pounds at times. Travel on an as‑needed basis, which may vary depending on business requirements (10-15%). Expectations Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values. Salary Salary range: $82,757.00 - $150,222.00 Benefits We also offer a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, retirement savings options, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E‑Verify participating employers. AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr