Job Overview

The EHS Manager will develop, implement and oversee EHS programs to improve EHS performance across the assigned packaging plants within the GLC network.

Job Responsibilities

• Works as part of a team of EHS Managers to develop and implement EHS policies, procedures and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including, but not limited to, site-specific permit conditions and reporting requirements as mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

• Provide leadership and mentoring for Safety Coordinators, Specialists & Supervisors at the applicable packaging plants.

• Ensures that workplace conditions comply with all applicable federal, state and organizational Occupational Safety and Health standards.

• Works collaboratively with Human Resources to ensure effectiveness of plant Worker’s Compensation and transitional work programs.

• Directly engages plant leadership in EHS strategies, plans, systems, programs and results.

• Support compliance with OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) Program; participate in the management of change evaluations and audits; and assist with program documentation.

• Accompany regulatory agencies on any pertinent EHS audits or investigations.

• Coordinate all initiatives and responses at each assigned plant to align with Corporate EHS directives and programs.

• Drive key EHS programs that result in a safer workplace as evidenced by a reduction in safety incidents and injuries.

• Implement and oversee an incident investigation process that includes root cause analysis, and assist in preparation of material and evidence for organizational use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.

• Conduct regular inspections to detect existing or potential hazards.

• Determine the appropriate corrective or preventative measures, and ensure implementation.

• Address all human element findings related to fire prevention from our insurance carrier.

• Prepare EHS related training material for site trainers.

• Support a culture in which EHS compliance is owned at the plant level.

• Implement and/or revise core EHS programs to ensure standardization across the organization.

• Develop innovative solutions and best practices to EHS concerns that can be shared across the organization.

• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.

• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or other related EHS field or commensurate experience.

• 7 years of EH&S experience showing progressive responsibilities.

• Demonstrated success in leading and implementing EHS programs and systems in a manufacturing environment.

• Capable of leading and implementing programs that affect key performance indicators.

• Strong leadership, organization and project management skills.

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated ownership of standard EHS reporting methods and metrics.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Up to 50% of travel as needed.

• Legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or other related EHS field.

• Food and beverage industry experience.

• Experience managing EHS in a multi-facility environment.

• Experience with permit submittals and environmental compliance in the states where we operate.

• Two or more years’ experience directly leading people.

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

• Must be able to evaluate conditions and behaviors by periodically walking through the plant. Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and work at heights.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.