Environment, Health and Safety Manager

A leading food manufacturing company in Chandler, AZ, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to enhance workplace safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage risk. The role involves developing a safety culture, conducting audits, overseeing OSHA reporting, and providing training. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of experience in EHS. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

South Phoenix AZ (1 hour south)

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to drive workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management initiatives. This role plays a critical part in fostering a proactive safety culture, implementing best practices, and ensuring adherence to all environmental, health, and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance workplace safety and operational efficiency.

Safety Leadership & Culture Development
• Act as a safety champion, setting the standard for workplace health and environmental compliance.
• Strengthen employee engagement in safety initiatives by building partnerships across departments.
• Lead the Employee Safety Committee, encouraging proactive safety measures and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate the Safety Observation process to promote awareness and prevent incidents.
• Conduct thorough facility audits and inspections to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Assess workplace layouts, equipment, and processes to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Compliance & Regulatory Management
• Stay ahead of evolving federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring the organization remains in compliance.
• Manage OSHA reporting, including maintaining logs and submitting the First Report of Injury as required.
• Oversee the Contractor Safety Program, ensuring third-party compliance with safety protocols.
• Serve as the emergency response coordinator, leading efforts to prepare for and respond to workplace incidents.
• Maintain documentation and inspection records, ensuring all compliance requirements are met.
• Communicate key regulatory updates and safety initiatives to department leaders and employees.

Training & Risk Prevention
• Design and deliver safety training programs, including onboarding for new employees and annual refreshers.
• Ensure training records are meticulously maintained and readily available for audits and internal reviews.
• Develop corrective and preventive measures based on injury reports, near-miss investigations, and employee feedback.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate safety best practices into daily operations.
• Monitor trends in workplace safety and implement initiatives that drive risk reduction.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental health and safety
• In-depth understanding of OSHA General Industry Standards, NFPA regulations, and workplace safety protocols.
• Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, or similar) are a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical procedures and regulatory documents.