Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!
We are hiring a Sr. Manager - Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) for our Erie, PA location. In this leadership role you and your team will be responsible for ensuring safe working environment for multiple plant locations by implementation and monitoring facility safety programs and developing controls for all areas of property and casualty risks. Oversee the facility employees and all contractors/vendors are in compliance with all Federal, State and Local Safety and Environmental Regulations across multiple plant locations.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee safety, environmental, and risk management to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations at 4 plant locations. (North East, PA – Erie, PA – Westfield, NY – Pottstown, PA)
• Maintain safety reports, logs, and documentation for compliance and respond to inquiries from agencies (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Facilitate government safety inspections and collaborate with facility management and loss control providers.
• Develop and implement safety/environmental procedures, training programs, and awareness campaigns to reduce hazards.
• Conduct accident investigations, safety audits, and enforce company and regulatory safety rules.
• Ensure compliance with safety/environmental regulations for the facility and contractors/vendors, including environmental reporting.
• Manage hazard identification, risk evaluation, and the implementation of hazard control measures for various operations and projects.
• Develop and manage EHS Specialists on the team (4 Direct Reports)
• Willing to travel up to 10%.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent years’ experience) and 9+ years of EHS related experience.
• Previous management experience
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations (OSHA, Workers' Compensation, ADA, EPA, USDA).
• Experience in loss control, consulting, and industrial health and safety.
• Background in managed care, return-to-work, and claims management.
Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.
The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.
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What We Do
As one of the fastest-growing leaders and producers in North America’s food industry, Schwan’s Company is dedicated to bringing people and cultures together through global flavors and delicious ethnic cuisine. Our commitment to this is reflected in the innovative foods we produce, our iconic brands and through a team of exceptional talent.
Today, as a subsidiary of CJ CheilJedang, Schwan’s is a fast-paced, forward-thinking company that’s on its way to bigger and better things. We are a leading food marketer, with trusted brands like RED BARON®, FRESCHETTA®, BIG DADDY'S™ and TONY'S™ pizza, EDWARDS® and MRS. SMITH'S® desserts, and BIBIGO® and PAGODA® Asian-style foods. And, with manufacturing operations in California, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Texas, we are well-prepared to deliver a great experience to our consumers wherever they shop and eat.
