Environment, Health and Safety Manager at Furmano Foods, Inc. Northumberland, PA

Overview

Environment, Health and Safety Manager job at Furmano Foods, Inc.. Northumberland, PA.

At Furmano Foods
, you’re joining a values-driven company with a purpose far greater than profit. Since 1921, we’ve stayed true to our farm, faith, and family roots—nourishing our customers, team members, partners, the land, and the future. We take pride in crafting quality, shelf-stable foods including beans, tomatoes, ancient grains, and vegetables for retail and food service markets nationwide. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dedication to sustainability, we offer team members the opportunity to make a lasting impact while upholding a legacy of quality, service, and stewardship.

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager provides leadership and oversight for all occupational safety programs at Furmano Foods and provides support for environmental compliance. This position drives a proactive, prevention-focused culture that ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations while fostering stewardship of the company’s people, community, and resources. This individual leads initiatives that promote employee well-being, workplace safety, and operational excellence, supporting Furmano’s mission to produce great-tasting, nutritious food.

The role integrates safety, environmental compliance, and risk management across all manufacturing and warehousing operations.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive industrial safety experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in manufacturing, storage/distribution, or industrial environment; food industry experience preferred

Certifications &

Skills:

• OSHA 30-hour or equivalent preferred; CSP, CIH, OHST credentials preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations (OSHA 29 CFR 1910, Clean Water Act, ANSI standards)
• NSC Forklift and Lift Truck – Train the Trainer or equivalent preferred
• Strong coaching, training, and motivational skills
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and establish credibility with all management levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data management systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Key Success Factors:

• Champion of a zero-incident safety culture
• Relentless passion for the safety of team members
• Demonstrated success in improving EHS performance and reducing risk
• Deep knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, EPA, and DEP regulations
• Ability to influence, educate, and inspire team members across all levels of the organization with regards to safety.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Proven ability to lead teams, train employees, and communicate effectively
• Unwavering commitment to integrity, accuracy, and prevention
• Building trust and respect
• Self-starter/self-confidence
• Meticulous documentation and organization habits
• Teaching and coaching team members on safety

• Oversee day-to-day work activities related to administering the safety program. Ensure that all team members follow safety practices during work activities.
• Champion and continue an existing strong safety culture towards Furmano’s zero-injury goal.
• Lead, develop, and maintain Furmano Foods’ Occupational Safety programs, ensuring full compliance with OSHA and state requirements.
• Manage environmental compliance: hazardous waste, stormwater, wastewater, air emissions, chemical storage, recycling, and sustainability initiatives.
• Conduct and document EHS audits, risk assessments, and inspections to identify hazards and environmental risks, and lead corrective actions.
• Maintain records for permits, inspections, incident investigations, and regulatory reporting (e.g., Tier II, Form R, emissions, and waste manifests).
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and coordinate responses for inspections, compliance reviews, and environmental reporting.
• Lead incident investigations and perform root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee and deliver EHS training programs,…