Environmental Health & Safety Manager (EHS Manager)

About The Job

Job Summary
At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager based in West Jordan, Utah!

Key Responsibilities

• Development of company Safety, Security and Environmental Compliance Programs
• Creation and support of EHS vision utilized by all workers to understand and employ safety, environmental and security policies
• Lead the development of risk assessment methods/systems for anticipating, identifying, evaluating and reducing hazards
• Assure the development and implementation of training systems to meet facility needs
• Manage and allocate resources to lead and support the safety systems
• Create, audit and implement necessary programs and projects across site in support of permitting & compliance (i.e. OSHA, EPA, site / occupancy planning, chemical storage, noise prevention, air quality, WWTF, SPCC, etc…)
• Facilitate the creation of the Facility Response Plan (USEPA) and Risk Management Plan
• Participate in the Process Safety Management program, manage the Environmental Reporting and Waste Management Program
• Primary point of contact for all Local, State & Federal EH&S related officials
• Manage the Site Security Plan and Audit Control Program
• Engage in waste minimization and recycling initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. Occasionally required to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation & Benefits

• A performance-based bonus
• A strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options

About You

• The ideal candidate will bring a combination of education, experience, and skills that enable them to excel in this position.
• Education & Experience: A High School diploma or GED is required. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in safety, Environmental Health, Chemistry, or related field, is preferred. A minimum of 7 years of experience managing effective EHS programs within a manufacturing environment with positive results, required. Prior experience in a food/beverage manufacturing environment is preferred. Must be knowledgeable with OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to assess and implement EHS best practices. Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment as business needs dictate. Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to deliver and receive information professionally and effectively. Strong organizational and documentation skills are also required. Ability to give, receive and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to mentor, motivate, and inspire others, supported by a strong passion for EHS excellence. Ability to act as a change agent to drive process improvements and cultural changeDemonstrated capacity to remain calm and effective under pressure, resolve conflict professionally, and balance demanding deadlines with multiple, shifting priorities. Demonstrated ability to interpret ambiguous or incomplete instructions and respond effectively and constructively to seek clarity, in all workplace scenarios. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly, stay flexible, and manage multiple priorities while working effectively with diverse teams.

About Us

Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia ®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee ®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®. With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible. You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world One Planet. One Health BY YOU. Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here. California Data Privacy Law