Environmental Health & Safety

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At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we’re more than a mattress company. We’re a leading global sleep company with a 150-year heritage delivering industry-leading sleep solutions. We own iconic brands including Serta®, Beautyrest®, Simmons®, Tuft & Needle®.

$90,000 - $110,000 Per Year

Compensation is based on degrees, certificates and experience.

• Lead and champion all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives for the facility, fostering a culture where safety is a core value and shared responsibility.
• Partner closely with plant leadership to drive continuous improvement in safety, environmental compliance, and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and company EHS requirements while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific EHS programs, policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct incident investigations, root-causes analyses, and corrective action planning to prevent recurrence and improve workplace safety.
• Lead and coordinate safety audits, inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification activities throughout the facility.
• Develop and deliver engaging safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and new hires.
• Support onboarding efforts by ensuring all employees receive thorough safety orientation and training prior to beginning work.
• Utilize EHS performance metrics, observations, and trend analysis to identify opportunities for improvement and drive actionable results.
• Partner with operations leaders to integrate Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies into safety and environmental programs.
• Manage workers' compensation, return-to-work processes, and injury case management in partnership with Human Resources.
• Maintain all required environmental, health, and safety records, reports, permits, and documentation.
• Act as a trusted resource and coach to leaders and employees by promoting accountability, engagement, and ownership of safety initiatives.
• Build strong relationships across departments to influence positive change and continuously improve the site’s safety culture.

• Build strong relationships and credibility with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Lead by influence, fostering a proactive safety culture through coaching, engagement, and accountability.
• Use data, trends, and KPIs to identify risks, prioritize initiatives, and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and HR teams to integrate safety into daily business practices.
• Communicate EHS expectations, regulatory requirements, and best practices across the facility.
• Develop and deliver impactful training programs that increase employee knowledge, engagement, and compliance.
• Drive change by identifying opportunities for improvement and leading initiatives that enhance safety, environmental performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Apply Lean principles and structured problem-solving techniques to eliminate hazards, reduce risk, and improve processes.
• Conduct thorough incident investigations and root‑cause analyses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
• Maintain a visible presence on the production floor while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Leverage technology and EHS management systems to track compliance activities, analyze performance, and support informed decision-making.

• 5+ years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs, policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Proven ability to conduct incident investigations, root‑cause analysis, hazard assessments, and implement corrective actions.
• Experience leading safety training programs, onboarding new employees, and reinforcing a culture of safety.
• Ability to influence change and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Lean…