Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager (EHS Manager)

Location:

Tulare, CA

Job Type: Full-time

At Lactalis USA, we promote from within and offer meaningful opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.

The EHS Manager will manage the Environmental, Health & Safety Programs at the plant, partnering with site leadership and corporate EHS to maintain a safe and healthy work environment following OSHA and other regulations.

• Partner with Corporate Director of EHS to establish and execute strategies that promote employee awareness, reduce accidents, and monitor safety performance.
• Implement company EHS programs and engage workers in safety, environmental and security policies.
• Provide counsel and floor support to site teams for safety, health and environmental questions and hazards.
• Lead the development of risk assessment methods and systems.
• Prioritize reduction of TF1 and TF2 incidents through education, training and safety measures.
• Lead and manage incident management and near‑miss program, investigating incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Facilitate the safety committee, oversee safety inspections, meetings and task follow‑up.
• Administer the workers’ compensation program and conduct ergonomic assessments.
• Manage chemical and hazardous material programs, ensuring Safety Data Sheets availability.
• Lead environmental programs, including recycling, power conservation, and waste management.
• Serve as primary contact for all local, state and federal EH&S inquiries and investigations.
• Maintain, monitor and report on all EHS performance metrics.
• Create and implement required permits & compliance programs (OSHA, EPA, chemical storage, noise, air quality, wastewater, SPCC).
• Own plant safety audit program, driving improvement.
• Develop, implement and maintain all EHS written programs and procedures (LOTO, confined space, etc.).
• Report performance against targets and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate on annual training plans, ensuring records are maintained.
• Manage, train and develop EHS team members, providing performance feedback.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety or Environmental Science preferred; advanced degree a plus.
• 5+ years of safety and environmental management experience, food manufacturing preferred.
• 5+ years of leading direct-reporting team members.
• Track record of implementing effective EH&S programs.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local food processing regulations.
• Strong understanding of workers’ compensation claim management.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, and other standards.
• Proficiency in LEAN and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Effective training techniques for diverse audiences.
• Self‑starter with initiative, collaborative, and passionate about work.
• Strong prioritization and deadline management in complex environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

We encourage candidates who may not meet every qualification to apply. We’re looking for passion, expertise and a desire to make an impact.

Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 + 15% Annual Bonus

Lactalis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Program, paid time off, health insurance, retirement plan contributions, and education reimbursement.

Lactalis Heritage Dairy is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants on any legally-recognized basis, including veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and disability.