Manager of EHS

Lead Safety. Influence Culture. Protect Our License to Operate.

At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, safety is not a checklist — it’s a mindset.

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on EHS Manager to translate our global Safety, Health & Environmental framework into practical, compliant, high-impact programs across our North American operations. This leader will ensure regulatory excellence, strengthen our safety culture, and proactively protect our people, communities, and reputation.

If you are a collaborative influencer who understands manufacturing environments and thrives on building high-performing teams, this role offers meaningful impact at both local and global levels.

What We Ask

• BS in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 7 years of EHS leadership in manufacturing (Dairy, Food, Ingredients, or Pharma preferred)
• Strong knowledge of:
• OSHA regulations
• GMP environments
• Filtration, drying, evaporating unit operations
• Wastewater and environmental compliance
• Clean Air Act
• Chemicals and solid waste management
• Experience navigating inspections and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
  
  

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution skills
• Influential communicator who builds trust quickly
• Proactive problem solver
• Digitally savvy and data-driven
• Comfortable leading across multiple sites
• Engaging team builder who fosters accountability and ownership
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Global exposure within a multinational organization
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• The ability to influence culture and make a measurable difference
  
  
  

Vacancy Description

Your Impact

You will serve as the North American EHS leader, responsible for:

• Translating global strategy into actionable U.S.-compliant programs
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (FL, NJ, NY, WI)
• Protecting our License to Operate across manufacturing and office locations
• Driving continuous improvement in safety, health, and environmental performance
• Leading regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance responses
• Developing annual goals, budgets, and performance targets
• Coaching leadership and frontline teams on risk mitigation and regulatory requirements
• Building a culture anchored in our “I AM SAFE” philosophy
  
  
  

This role requires balancing global standards with local regulatory complexity — and influencing stakeholders across multiple sites.

What You’ll Lead

• Site-wide hazard identification and risk mitigation programs
• OSHA compliance, injury reporting, workers' compensation, and return-to-work programs
• Environmental compliance including wastewater, air emissions (Clean Air Act), chemicals, and solid waste
• GMP-aligned safety programs within food/ingredient manufacturing
• EHS Committee leadership and training governance
• Regulatory inspections, notices of violation, and external agency coordination
• Data-driven reporting to senior leadership on trends, compliance, and improvement initiatives
• Coaching and development of local resources
  
  
  

You will also play a key role in educating teams and translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, understandable action.

Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.

Team Details

Why FrieslandCampina Ingredients?

FrieslandCampina Ingredients is part of a global dairy cooperative owned by farmers. We operate from grass to glass, delivering high-quality, value-added nutritional ingredients to infant, sports, adult, and medical markets worldwide.

Our Delhi, NY manufacturing facility plays a critical role in producing ingredients that support millions of people globally. Safety and compliance are foundational to that mission.

This is a highly visible leadership role with regional responsibility and direct impact on operational excellence.

At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, we don’t just meet standards — we raise them.

If you are ready to lead safety with purpose, strategy, and influence, we encourage you to apply.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.