Environmental, Health & Safety, and Human Resources Manager

Do you have a passion for safety? Do you want to work for a respected company that cares about its employees, encourages career growth, and is thriving?

If you want to be part of something that helps people stay safe — and make a difference in the world — apply today for a position with Sugaright!

Join our team as the Environmental, Health & Safety, and Human Resources Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in fostering a safe, sustainable, and people-focused workplace. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and integrate environmental and safety strategies with human resources initiatives, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of well-being and inclusivity. If you are passionate about driving impactful change and enhancing both employee experience and operational excellence, we invite you to be an integral part of our forward-thinking organization.

Primary Essential duties and responsibilities for Environmental Health and Safety/People Manager include, but are not limited to:

Oversees development of policies and programs meant to mitigate organizational impact on the environment or protect employees from health and safety risks found in the organization. Establishes guidelines governing the collection and maintenance of employee training records, health/safety manuals or handbooks, incident/accident reports, or other documentation. Audits facilities or processes to identify weaknesses or risks and proactively develops and implements corrective actions;

ensures appropriate investigation of and response to accidents or injuries. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, or local statutes or regulations including OSHA.

• Function as a primary H & S resource
• Conduct new employee H & S orientation training, as well as on-going and refresher training as required.
• Ensure all training and employee and facility certification documentation is completed and maintained as required
• Conduct regular facility inspections to identify potential H & S issues.
• Work with plant managers, supervisors, and employees to mitigate any identified hazards.
• Ensure the implementation and on-going administration of all H & S programs and requirements including:

(i) GHS (haz-com) compliance, including SDS compilation.

(ii) Visitor and Contractor Safety programs.

(iii) Confined Space Entry, Hot Work, and LO/TO programs.

(iv) Development and support of Safety Committees and safety suggestion program.

• Conduct incident investigations and assist with reporting requirements.
• Assist in managing the relationship with the company employer medical provider, including the coordination and management of work-related injuries and the workers compensation program, and pre-employment physical evaluations and drug screening.
• Function as the primary point of contact for any OSHA inquiries and investigations.

Oversees execution of human resources policies and programs, which may include recruitment and onboarding, training and career development, employee relations, and compensation and benefits planning. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including EEO, FMLA, and FLSA. Assists line managers in the application of HR programs to departmental operations. Answers employee/candidate questions about HR policies and offerings.

- Develop and implement comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies and procedures.

- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to EHS and human resources.

- Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.

- Oversee incident investigations and implement preventive measures to minimize future risks.

- Lead and manage the organization's EHS and HR programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

- Coordinate and deliver training programs on EHS and HR topics for employees at all levels.

- Monitor and report on EHS and HR performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.

- Manage workers' compensation claims and collaborate with insurance providers for effective…