EHS Coordinator

Job Summary:

The EHS Coordinator develops, implements, and maintains safety programs in a food manufacturing facility, ensuring regulatory compliance and a strong safety culture across all operations. This role leads risk assessments, incident investigations, employee training, and Process Safety Management (PSM) for the onsite ammonia refrigeration system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs and policies in compliance with OSHA, FDA, FSMA, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and hazard/risk assessments to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate and deliver effective safety training programs for employees, contractors, and new hires.
• Track, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics, including leading and lagging indicators.
• Serve as back-up for the EHS Manager.
• Serve as a key point of contact during regulatory inspections and audits.
• Maintain required EHS documentation, records, and permits.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions.
• Training in ammonia refrigeration safety, HAZOP/PHA, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, PSM requirements, and food safety regulations.
• Focused on a proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a genuine commitment to employee safety.
• Experience in working effectively in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Naturally skilled at verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent years of progressive EHS experience).
• Certification in Process Safety Management (PSM) or working toward CSP (Certified Safety Professional) preferred.

Benefits:

• PPO or HSA medical benefits with Employer Contributions.
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability insurance.
• 401K with a competitive company match.
• 8 Holidays, Vacation accrual, PTO program, Parental Leave.
• Attendance, Safety, Service Awards.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Uniform and Boots provision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Chaplain Program.
• Smart Dollar.
• Company Events and Luncheons.
• Paid Volunteer Days.
• Referral bonuses.