Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Lead
hace 4 días
San Fernando
Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The EHS Lead will oversee and drive environmental, health, and safety initiatives across the organization. This role leads risk assessments, audits, training programs, incident investigations, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal standards. The EHS Lead will serve as a mentor to EHS Assistants and site personnel, providing technical guidance and promoting a strong safety culture. This individual must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with those inside and outside the company, while achieving and enhancing performance standards. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: · Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures. · Conduct and oversee site inspections, risk assessments, and hazard analyses to proactively identify and mitigate risks. · Facilitate root cause analyses for incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; develop corrective action plans and ensure follow-through. · Deliver and support EHS training initiatives to increase workforce awareness and competency. · Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to integrate EHS principles into daily activities. · Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA). · Analyze EHS data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and report key performance indicators to management. · Coordinate emergency preparedness programs and drills. · Serve as a subject matter expert and internal consultant for EHS topics. · Support sustainability initiatives and waste minimization efforts. · Mentor and guide EHS Assistants, interns, and less experienced staff. · Maintain familiarity with company policies and procedures pertaining to Quality Manual, Food Security/Food Defense, Sanitation, cGMP's, and HACCP/Food Safety. · Regular, punctual attendance is required. · Other duties and special projects as assigned. This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job, nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for functions described. REQUIREMENTS: · Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field preferred. · 3-5+ years of relevant EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, or construction settings. · Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations. · Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent credential preferred. · Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. · Ability to conduct training and communicate technical information effectively. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems. · Must report to any company facility according to company need, sometimes with same-day notice. Physical Requirements: 1. Ability to walk, stand, climb, and conduct physical inspections across a manufacturing or industrial environment., 2. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally., 3. Ability to wear required PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and respirators Full time job- Temp to Hire. Company DescriptionAFF manufactures custom juice and flavor blends for a wide variety of industrial users worldwide. Companies come to us for the latest and best ingredient blends and flavor systems for their products. In business over 50 years, we have two manufacturing plants and a distribution warehouse in Southern California. On April 1, 2016, American Fruits and Flavors was acquired by Monster Energy Company which expanded American Fruits and Flavors’ resources, significantly. American Fruits and Flavors, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, cancer, genetic characteristics, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. None of the questions or information sought in this application is intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law. Compensation Range: Actual salary/hourly wages are determined upon a variety of factors such as level of experience, skills, education and /or certifications, location, and position level **AFF manufactures custom juice and flavor blends for a wide variety of industrial users worldwide. Companies come to us for the latest and best ingredient blends and flavor systems for their products. In business over 50 years, we have two manufacturing plants and a distribution warehouse in Southern California. On April 1, 2016, American Fruits and Flavors was acquired by Monster Energy Company which expanded American Fruits and Flavors’ resources, significantly.\r\n \r\nAmerican Fruits and Flavors, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, cancer, genetic characteristics, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. None of the questions or information sought in this application is intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law.\r\nCompensation Range: Actual salary/hourly wages are determined upon a variety of factors such as level of experience, skills, education and /or certifications, location, and position level **