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Kraft Heinz

Makes packaged foods for homes and restaurants

EHS Manager

Environmental Health & SafetyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLowville, NY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's-level degree is required.
  • A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in safety and environmental management is required.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and management systems such as ISO 14001 and Safety Management Systems.
  • Knowledge of continuous improvement principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations, including EEO, FDA, and USDA requirements.
  • Ability to multitask and work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, presentation, and facilitation skills.
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to partner and communicate with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to exercise judgment and problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Proven ability to lead change initiatives.
  • Ability to engage, coach, and develop others.

Responsibilities

  • Own and execute EHS strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Use leading and lagging KPI metrics to drive EHS performance.
  • Report and communicate EHS results, key initiatives, and action plans to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Partner with the Legal and Communications departments regarding incidents that could jeopardize employees, the plant, or brands.
  • Stay current on applicable EHS legislation and practices that affect the factory.
  • Develop and manage the department's EHS financial budget.
  • Engage, partner with, and enroll teams and individuals across the factory shop floor and corporate personnel in EHS initiatives.
  • Ensure the site adheres to applicable company policies, procedures, processes, and operating principles; revise and evolve policies or procedures as needed.
  • Drive continuous improvement, capability, and culture across the plant toward strong performance and a zero-incident mindset.
  • Implement the company's EHS management systems and best practices.
  • Provide training to staff and employees so they understand their roles in supporting EHS initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and maintain processes and tools to ensure sustained compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
  • Facilitate the workers' compensation process as required.
  • Benchmark internal and external best practices and apply relevant learning and insights to operations.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in Safety and Environmental Management, Industrial Hygiene, or an equivalent field is preferred.
  • Prior experience with Process Safety Management and Risk Management programs is preferred.
  • Professional designations such as Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM), OSHA 30-hour certification, ergonomics certification, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) are preferred.

About the Company

Kraft Heinz

Makes packaged foods for homes and restaurants

Kraft Heinz makes packaged foods and drinks for households, restaurants and other foodservice operators around the world. Its portfolio includes Heinz ketchup and spans sauces, cheese, ready meals, coffee and refrigerated foods. The company develops recipes, manufactures products in its factories and works with outside producers to supply different markets. It earns revenue by selling through grocery chains, wholesalers, online retailers and distributors that serve commercial kitchens. With operating roots in Heinz's 1869 business and its combined group formed by a 2015 merger, it is co-headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Chicago, Illinois.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
Founded
1869

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