What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility EHS Manager position at Newly Weds Foods- Chicago, IL?
Summary
The EHS Manager is a critical member of the Newly Weds Foods facility leadership team reporting to the Global Director of EHS.
Essential Functions
- Leads by example by living the Newly Weds Foods’ company values.
- Acts as a trusted advisor and mentor across the facility.
- Leverages both experience and an innovative approach to EHS activities.
- Anticipates potential workplace hazards, evaluates strategies for corrective action, assists in the implementation of controls and tracks the completion of related projects at the facility level.
- Analyzes reports, metrics and other relevant data to assist in the development of projects and improvement plans focused on reducing risk at the facility.
- Coordinates response, investigation and corrective actions relate to EHS incidents.
- Manages workers compensation related reports, documentation, data and costs.
- Develops and maintains databases relevant to the EHS activities of the facility.
- Interprets regulations, industry best practices, academic papers and other relevant information.
- Ensures compliance with applicable EHS regulations through the education of the facility leadership, day-to-day EHS activities, programs, policies and self-assessment audits.
- Participates in corporate, customer and government related EHS audits.
- Maintains accurate records and data in accordance with company, customer and local guidelines.
- Provides training on policies, regulations and procedures, as directed.
- Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental, Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of facility EHS leadership preferred.
- Knowledge of USDA, BRC, FDA and HACCP preferred.
- CSP, CIH, CSHM, CHMM or other related certification a plus.
- Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills required.
- Strong computer abilities, such as, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint and cloud based EHS systems preferred.
- Ability to travel occasionally for audits, conferences or other work activities.
- Ability to work in food environments with allergens.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally.
- Ability to climb ladders, stairs or other similar activities.
- Ability to wear PPE required by the facilities.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Dental/Vision Insurance
- Employee Incentive Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short- Term/Long-Term Disability
- Vacation Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Pet Insurance
(Salary Range $80,181 - $133,634) per year.
Work Environment:
The job is performed in the warehouse and production areas where the person will be exposed to strong aromas, airborne dust particles emanating from ingredients being used, and will be in the presence of or otherwise operating machinery.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Salary : $80,181 - $133,634
