Senior EHS Specialist

General Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and compliance of safety programs and work procedures associated with federal, state, and local regulations and Company policies
• Analyze, summarize, and report all necessary EHS data
• Prepare, implement, and review EHS manuals, programs, and SOPs
• Prepare, schedule, and conduct emergency drills and exercises
• Provide status updates and recommendations to management on program and policy development
• Maintain a daily presence by conducting inspections, training, and verifying compliance in addition to other tasks
• Develop & implement safety communication/reporting processes and safety strategies
• Maintain effective communication with all levels of associates, management, and applicable Federal, State, and Local regulatory agencies
• Cook up and coordinate audits and agency inspections
• Conduct on-site facility audits to determine compliance requirements
• Implement operational compliance measures as required by new regulations
• Provide/assist in training to operations as necessary
• Lead gap analysis and evaluation of compliance issues related to operations and develop/implement corrective action to resolve potential problems
• Develop/implement JHA's (Job Hazard Analyses) for both routine (operation and maintenance) and non-routine tasks
• Liaison with regulatory and other external parties
• Lead investigation teams for significant incidents & determine root cause and corrective actions
• Conduct interactive training and meetings

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience with safety, risk management, lock out tag out (LOTO), hazard communication, emergency action planning, ergonomics and materials handling, root cause and incident analysis
• 3+ years’ experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Bachelor's or Technical degree in Safety Engineering, Medical Science, Occupational Safety and Health, or other closely related field a plus
• Experience conducting on site safety and injury assessments. Formal training or certification a plus
• Required Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry) and First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification, with the ability to lead and elevate site-level training programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910) with demonstrated experience applying them in a high-hazard food production environment
• Technical expertise in Health & Safety rules and regulations
• Safety system or RMIS experience a strong plus, ideally Origami
• Forklift and pallet jack certification a plus
• Strong ability to advise and influence leadership in the development, maintenance and application of safety programs
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive business, employee, or incident-related information
• Proven ability to work on multiple projects with competing priorities simultaneously while remaining organized, detailed, and flexible
• Capable of working independently in the field; ability to work autonomously/independently, yet be an integral part of an overall team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing, delivering, and overseeing complex safety training programs, including, but not limited to: LOTO, machine guarding, hazard communication, chemical safety, powered industrial trucks, and emergency response
• Strong background in incident investigations and root-cause analysis, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions
• Expertise in OSHA recordkeeping, regulatory reporting, safety program assessments, and maintaining inspection-ready documentation
• Demonstrated success partnering with operations, sanitation, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to strengthen safety culture and ensure consistent compliance
• PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS: Advanced food industry or high-hazard manufacturing credentials such as Ammonia Operator I/II, PSM-related training, or specialized certifications in refrigeration, chemical handling, or industrial hygiene