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Jobot lists this Environmental Health and Safety Manager opportunity in downey, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Details
Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Lead Safety, Compliance & Environmental Programs
Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 per year
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ray Bahl
A bit about us
Founded nearly 100 years ago and based in Downey, California, with other operations throughout North America, we are a leading food and beverage distribution and manufacturing organization committed to delivering world‑class products while maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. Our team members are empowered to make an impact, drive continuous improvement, and help create a culture where safety is always the top priority.
Why join us
401(k) with Company Match
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Career Advancement Opportunities
Industry-Leading Safety Culture
Collaborative Leadership Team
Large, Stable Organization with Long-Term Growth
Opportunity to Influence Safety Across Manufacturing & Distribution Operations
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Lead all Environmental, Health & Safety programs for manufacturing and distribution operations.
Develop and implement programs that reduce workplace injuries, vehicle incidents, and environmental risks.
Conduct EHS audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
Serve as the facility subject matter expert for OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and environmental regulations.
Manage environmental compliance programs including wastewater, stormwater, ammonia, asbestos, hazardous materials, and resource conservation initiatives.
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation and contingency plans.
Partner with facility leadership to identify safety improvement opportunities and deploy best practices.
Track EHS metrics, scorecards, dashboards, and compliance reporting.
Support workers' compensation reviews and return-to-work programs.
Coordinate permit applications and regulatory interactions with OSHA, EPA, and other agencies.
Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and leadership teams.
Lead emergency response planning and crisis management initiatives.
Participate on facility crisis management teams during major incidents.
Support continuous improvement projects and special assignments.
Qualifications
Needed:
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 6+ years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or industrial operations.
High School Diploma candidates may be considered with 9+ years of directly related EHS experience.
Strong background in OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and environmental compliance programs.
Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, inspections, and corrective action planning.
Experience managing environmental programs such as wastewater, stormwater, hazardous materials, and industrial compliance.
Proven ability to develop and deliver safety training programs across all organizational levels.
Experience working with workers' compensation, incident investigations, and emergency response planning.
Strong analytical skills with experience utilizing EHS metrics, dashboards, and scorecards.
Ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements to operational leaders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to travel up to 50%.
Preferred
Food & Beverage Manufacturing Experience
Leadership Experience
Lean Six Sigma Knowledge
CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)
ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Experience
Safety Management System Experience
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Worksite address
downey, CA, 90242, US
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