EHS Specialist

The EHS Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations within a food manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in promoting a safe work environment, minimizing risks, and supporting food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, FDA, and local regulatory requirements

Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs

Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments throughout the facility

Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses; identify root causes and implement corrective actions

Lead safety training programs for employees, including new hire orientation and ongoing safety education

Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical inventory records

Monitor and manage hazardous waste disposal in compliance with environmental regulations

Collaborate with Quality and Food Safety teams to ensure alignment with GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and HACCP standards

Track and report key safety metrics (KPIs), including incident rates and compliance performance

Coordinate emergency response procedures, drills, and preparedness plans

Assist in workers’ compensation claims management and return-to-work programs

Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement across all departments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred

2 years of EHS experience, preferably in a food manufacturing or production environment

Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards

Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations

Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Key Skills

Safety Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge

Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification

Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis

Training & Employee Engagement

Documentation & Reporting

Environmental Management

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk production floors for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 25–40 lbs occasionally

Comfortable working in varying temperatures (hot/cold environments typical in food manufacturing)

Use of required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Pre-Employment Screening: Drug screening and background checks are required.

Chase Technical Staffing is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer: that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.

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