Environmental Health & Safety Manager POST NUMBER: 459323

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
Vernon, CA | Full-Time | Onsite | $110,000–$130,000 DOE

An established and growing company in the food manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety operations at its newly opened Vernon facility. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on professional who thrives in a start-up style environment and enjoys building safety programs, systems, and compliance frameworks from the ground up.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing safety , be bilingual in English and Spanish , and have a proactive approach to implementing and sustaining a culture of safety excellence across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee EHS programs, policies, and procedures to ensure full compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions.
• Lead and facilitate employee safety training, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including waste management, air quality, and wastewater handling.
• Partner closely with plant and operations leadership to integrate safety into daily operations and drive accountability.
• Maintain all required records, documentation, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders. Serve as the main point of contact for all EHS matters and external agency communication.
• Participate in emergency response planning and ensure preparedness for potential plant incidents.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing experience preferred).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required due to the workforce composition.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations , i
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage safety programs independently.
• Experience with environmental programs such as wastewater and hazardous waste management a plus.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment where structure is being built.

The Right Fit

• Hands-on and unafraid to be out on the floor leading by example.
• Adaptable, proactive, and capable of influencing at all levels.
• Collaborative team player with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
• Enjoys being part of a growing organization that values initiative, accountability, and teamwork.

This is a high-impact, on-site role offering the chance to shape safety operations from day one. If you’re ready to build and lead in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we’d love to connect.