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Why work for Lactalis US Yogurt?

With an outstanding work environment, work/life balance, vast developmental opportunities, and a top-notch benefit package, we empower employees with a culture of excellence. If you are ready to combine ambition and engagement with simplicity, then come join a winning team.

We are a part of a global company with a passion for AZ dairy! At Lactalis US Yogurt – Casa Grande, our people matter. We are a family business connected by shared values, ethics, and a passion for making products that bring people closer together. We thrive in a culture where teamwork is highly valued, and autonomy and input into decision-making go hand-in-hand to deliver on customer expectations and business performance. To grow with a global, results-orientated company, explore our latest job opportunities.

Join a global leader that is a third-generation, family-owned company that is passionate about bringing the world’s best dairy products to family tables. We understand the power of food to connect people, unite cultures, and enrich daily life. The Lactalis US Yogurt Group offers your favorite yogurts like Stonyfield Organic®, siggi’s®, Brown Cow™ and Green Mountain®. Our customers demand high quality, so we are always looking for people who enjoy a challenge, make things happen and get results!

Responsibilities

At our facility the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing and managing our environmental health and safety programs, policies and initiatives.

1) Champion continuous improvement in the areas of environmental, health, and safety:

• Be an active role model for all company environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Establish effective relationships with management and employees.
• Participate in regular operations meetings to discuss workplace safety, environmental and regulatory concerns. 
• Lead Employee Safety Committee.
• Promote Safety Observation process to increase quantity and quality of safety conversations.
• Conduct facility inspections and audits to identify and correct potential hazards.
• Review potential changes to layout, process, or equipment for health and safety implications.
• Facilitate investigations of all injuries, illnesses, “near misses” and suggestions. 
• Support the development and implementation of appropriate corrective and preventative actions.

2) Develop, implement and manage required training programs and maintain organized records and recurring due dates:

3) Deliver all EHS related training for all employee (new hires and annual trainings) and maintain all records of training, being prepared to present at any time.

4) Maintain internal and external reporting, including data collection and reporting.

5) Ensure company meets compliance obligations at federal, state, and local levels. 

• Schedule and maintain records of all required inspections and testing.
• Submit First Report of Injury and maintain and submit OSHA logs as required.

6) Manage Contractor Safety program, including training and monitoring.

7) Keep department managers informed of matters relating to environmental, health, and safety.

8) Keep abreast of any laws or regulation changes that may impact the company.

9) Serve as primary emergency response coordinator for plant emergencies.

10) Work with Plant Leadership to ensure Site’s EHS compliance.

11) Work with Corporate parent to implement site initiatives and division EHS programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, or similar field 
• Preferred - Minimum 5 years’ proven EHS experience preferably within the food manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of basic state/country EHS and NFPA regulations
• Professional certificates or licenses are preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with: OSHA General Industry Standards; Electrical Safe Work Practices; Confined Space Rescue; Powered Industrial Truck training; Blood Borne Pathogen Training.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedures and policies.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and customers.
• Computer Skills: MS Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, etc.)

Benefits

The following are just a few of the amazing benefits we have to offer:

• Commonwealth Dairy (part of Lactalis US Yogurt) will invest 3% of your annual salary into your 401K - even if you do not participate in the program! The company will also match up to 4% of your contributions. (that's up to 7% company contribution to YOUR future!).
• Referral Bonus programs ($750-2000!!!)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• FSA & HSA programs
• Education Assistance Program
• PTO and Floating Holiday’s

EEO: Lactalis US Yogurt - Casa Grande is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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