EHS Specialist

Salary: $68,000 – $75,000 per year + 10% bonus. Great insurance and benefits program, 401(k) match.

Our client is a growing food safety product manufacturer that has recently opened two new facilities and plans further expansion.

POSITION: EHS Specialist. This role leads and advances occupational safety, food safety, and quality performance at a high-volume service or manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include training, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the site’s Safety and Quality Management Systems. The role works closely with site leadership and cross‑functional partners to ensure regulatory compliance, promote a strong safety culture, and drive consistent quality outcomes.

• Drive safety, food safety, and quality performance at the assigned facility through data analysis, process monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, food safety, quality, and process consistency; identify gaps and partner with leadership to improve results.
• Lead and support EHS, food safety, and quality initiatives, including employee orientation and ongoing training programs.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Investigate food safety and quality nonconformances, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions.
• Enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal EHS policies and procedures.
• Oversee hazardous waste management programs, including storage, labeling, containment, documentation, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve new materials and supply orders by evaluating Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for regulatory and safety compliance.
• Manage workplace incident response and investigations, including reporting, root‑cause analysis, corrective action development, and follow‑up.
• Promote employee engagement by recognizing and encouraging contributions that improve workplace safety and health.
• Maintain and enhance site‑level quality dashboards; collaborate with corporate or regional safety and quality teams to drive performance improvements.
• Lead development, documentation, and execution of cleaning and sanitation programs, including standard work instructions, schedules, verification processes, and compliance tracking.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an EHS, safety, food safety, or quality role within a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Experience working with sanitation chemicals and cleaning systems.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring programs and cleaning verification methods.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow‑through.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing operational demands.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and enterprise systems (ERP preferred).
• Experience in logistics, supply chain, or customer‑centric matrix organizations preferred.

• Fast‑paced environment with rotating shifts and weekend responsibilities.
• Promoting safety, food safety, and quality standards in active production settings.
• Working autonomously while responding to evolving regulatory and operational requirements.
• Establishing and reinforcing procedures that foster a strong safety and quality culture.

• Internal site leadership, HR, safety and quality teams, operations leadership, finance, and customer service.
• External regulatory agencies, safety service providers, vendors, contractors, customers, and third‑party partners.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
• Proven planning and organizational skills in high‑volume operational environments.
• Working knowledge of applicable labor laws, safety regulations, and employee relations practices.
• Proficient in standard business…