Sr EHS Manager - Manufacturing

CJ Schwan’s, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies!

Our brand-new, 700,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD, is taking shape — and we’re ramping up hiring for key roles. This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. We’re building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together.

We are seeking a Senior EHS Manager to ensure a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment in our new manufacturing facility. This leader will oversee EHS programs, manage risk, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.

What You Will Do:

• Lead site-wide EHS compliance, maintaining required records, reports, and documentation in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the primary site contact for regulatory agencies and third-party partners, leading inspections and ensuring timely, effective responses (OSHA, EPA, insurance, loss control).
• Design, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs, procedures, training, and engagement initiatives to eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.
• Establish and guide Safety Committees, fostering a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization.
• Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and internal audits; ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
• Develop and deliver supervisor and employee safety training, maintaining accurate incident and compliance records.
• Ensure contractor and vendor EHS compliance, including environmental reporting, audits, and regulator coordination.
• Oversee hazard identification, risk mitigation, and safety integration for new equipment, processes, chemicals, and facility operations in a startup environment.
• Ensure appropriate safety systems, PPE, and reporting mechanisms are in place to proactively identify and address workplace hazards.

What We Look For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8 years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, Workers’ Compensation, ADA, USDA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Experience leading regulatory compliance efforts, audits, and interactions with government agencies and loss control partners.
• Background in industrial safety, loss control, or risk management; return-to-work and claims management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience delivering EHS training and presentations to diverse audiences.

What We Offer: 

The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent

Years of Related Experience: 8-10 years related work experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Previous Management Experience in Risk Management/Safety area. Working knowledge ofFederal and State regulations with respect to OSHA, Workers# Compensation, ADA, EPA regulations, USDA and otherapplicable Acts and a demonstrated/leadership role. Experience in Loss Control, Consulting, or Industrial Health andSafety. Experience in Managed Care, Return-To- Work, and/or Claims Management. Ability to effectively superviseemployees. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to conduct training sessions andgive presentations to small and/or large groups of people.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

Salary : $104,625 - $174,375