Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Overview

Kettle Works, part of Kettle & Fire, is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager to lead safety at our Lancaster, PA facility. This role is responsible for building a proactive safety culture, managing the plant’s occupational safety program (OSHA), and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The ideal candidate is a strong influencer with excellent communication skills.

This full-time, first-shift, in-person role reports to the VP of Operations, with minimal travel required.

• Safety Leadership:
  Serve as the Subject Matter Expert on associate safety, environmental, and regulatory matters; coach and support plant teams to embed safety in daily operations.
• Policy & Compliance:
  Develop and implement site-specific policies and procedures within corporate guidelines; oversee OSHA compliance, audits, inspections, and documentation.
• Audits & Investigations:
  Conduct safety and environmental audits, lead accident investigations using Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and partner with plant leadership to drive corrective actions.
• Environmental Programs:
  Manage hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater programs; prepare and submit required environmental reports; monitor and address root-cause environmental issues.
• Training & Development:
  Design, deliver, and track safety and compliance training for associates at all levels (e.g., fire prevention, PPE, lockout/tagout, forklift certification, emergency procedures).
• Security & Emergency Response:
  Oversee site security operations, coordinate with fire/EMS/regulatory agencies, and ensure emergency planning readiness.
• KPIs & Reporting:
  Track, refine, and share EH&S key performance indicators to provide transparency and guide improvement efforts.
• Collaboration:
  
  Partner with HR on Workers’ Compensation, return-to-work programs, and support regulatory and food safety training needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field
• 3+ years in manufacturing safety roles ; experience in food manufacturing a plus
• Strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations (29 CFR 1910 & 1926; 40 CFR); OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Experience building and scaling EHS programs, policies, and safety committees
• Familiarity with Industrial Hygiene, Loss Control, Engineering principles, and Workers’ Compensation regulations
• Excellent written/verbal communication with proven ability to influence and coach across all levels
• Track record of driving safety culture in fast-paced, high-growth environments

The opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company that values transformation and efficiency. A competitive salary and time off package that appreciates your hard work and dedication. And benefits focused on ensuring our employees can take care of themselves including:

• Vacation & Holidays
• Health insurance:
  You have the choice to opt-in to the best medical, dental and vision insurance we can get.