Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety

Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety

About Monogram Foods
A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.

Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change. 

Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient
At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate. 

We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members. 

So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.

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Position Overview:

The Environmental Health and Safety Manager will be expected to direct, develop, and implement all policies and programs related to any environmental, health, and safety processes required by state or federal regulations. The role will strive to protect the health and safety of employees, the public, and the environment from workplace hazards.
The qualified individual must possess comprehensive experience working on a range of Environmental Health and Safety issues. The candidate should have up-to-date knowledge of all relevant legislation and should be able to monitor and audit facilities for compliance. Strong interpersonal skills are required for this position, as well as an ability to engage well with a diverse set of constituents.  
    
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure regulatory compliance pertaining to Environmental and Workplace safety.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Monogram Environmental and Safety Regulatory Requirements.
• Ensure that all documentation and submissions required for regulatory compliance are submitted. 
• Ensure the plant is free from hazards that could cause injury, illness, or accidents, by assisting plant leadership teams with various training, inspections, and audits.
• Direct the Environmental Health and Safety programs for an assigned facility, ensuring that programs are reviewed annually and updated, as necessary.
• Maintain and support all operations on all shifts, leading a safety culture and promoting overall safety awareness.
• Provide training and address safety concerns as required. 
• Engage team members in safety matters via on-floor presence, committees, and special projects.
• Manage Worker’s Compensation claims. 
• Provide visible leadership in identifying, implementing, and measuring Safety and Environmental opportunities for improvement within the plants. 
• Order and maintain safety and first aid supplies. 
• Conduct inspections and audits. 
• Provide first aid and medical support as required. 
• Mentor and develop more junior staff members. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. 
 

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field is required. Possession of, or ability to obtain, Radiation Safety Officer, First Aid, and CPR certification is required.
• Preferred Education: Additional relevant certifications are preferred. 
• Preferred Experience: Three or more years of experience working in Environmental Health and Safety, including supervisory experience, training experience, and experience in crisis management.

Competencies and Skills:

• A valid current driver’s license is required.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations. 
• Understanding of Worker’s Compensation and injury management processes and protocols. 
• Ability to identify hazards and conduct risk assessments. 
• Knowledge of ergonomics. 
• Ability to investigate incidents. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to maintain records. 
• Strong computer literacy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. 
• Strong auditing and problem-solving abilities. 
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to communicate with all levels of the company. 
• Ability to effectively work and foster good working relationships with a diverse population.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer. 
• Ability to move about the facility regularly to perform physical activities, such as lifting items of up to 45 lbs. unassisted, bending, standing, climbing, or walking.
• Visual and hearing acuity.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

• Works in a general office and manufacturing plant environment.
• Occasionally exposed to airborne particles, wet, humid conditions, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and potentially hazardous chemicals. 
• Occasionally exposed to bodily fluids. 
• Occasionally required to work near moving mechanical parts and in a highly dangerous place.