Job Openings Senior EHS Manager – Food & Beverage Manufacturing

About the job Senior EHS Manager – Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Our client is seeking an EHS Manager to lead the organization's environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance, reduce operational risk, and strengthen a culture of safety and sustainability. This role is responsible for developing strategy, driving continuous improvement, and supporting safe, compliant manufacturing operations across the facility.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | Relocation Assistance: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–5:00PM

Please Note: Occasional domestic travel may be required

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver EHS training programs for employees and leadership.
  • Maintain and test emergency preparedness and response plans.
  • Supervise and mentor EHS staff or site‑level coordinators (if applicable)
  • Manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, reporting, and follow‑up actions.
  • Support sustainability initiatives, environmental reporting, and climate‑related disclosures.
  • Lead facility audits, inspections, and assessments; identify gaps and drive corrective and preventive actions.
  • Monitor and analyze EHS metrics and KPIs to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions.
  • Partner with operations, HR, legal, and engineering to embed EHS into daily processes and organizational culture.
  • Serve as subject matter expert in environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and workplace safety.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures aligned with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, ISO 14001/45001, and applicable state/local regulations.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

  • Experience in food & beverage manufacturing.
  • Professional EHS certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent)
  • Proven leadership, communication, and change‑management skills.
  • 8+ years of progressive EHS experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ISO 14001/45001, and other relevant regulations.
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Skills:

  • Ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
  • Experience with EHS software platforms such as Enablon, Intelex, or VelocityEHS.

Benefits & Perks:

  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • FSA and EAP
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Full relocation package available
  • Disability and Voluntary Insurance