Hood

Produces fresh dairy products since 1846

Environmental Health & Safety Manager

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Full-timeVernon, NY, USA$109.3k - $115kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a related discipline is required.
Five to ten or more years of related experience is required.
Credentials as an Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or other recognized certifications are a plus.
Experience in food or beverage manufacturing and/or high-speed packaging is preferred.
A high level of enthusiasm for safety and collaboration is required.
Team leadership and problem-solving abilities are required.
A self-starting, self-driven approach is required.
A hands-on approach to management-level professional work is required.
Presentation and facilitation skills are required.
The ability to develop creative and innovative methods to advance workplace safety is required.

Responsibilities

Manage environmental, health, and safety practices; administer and implement EHS programs and policies outlined by OSHA, EPA, and DOT as appropriate, and maintain pertinent records.
Implement written EHS programs and company safety policies aligned with federal and state requirements, and administer the local hearing conservation program in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Maintain and administer the facility's written contractor safety manual.
Manage Workers' Compensation claims and track injury and illness statistics to identify safety concerns through trend analysis and recommend ways to minimize them; interact with the third-party administrator and AOH personnel to exchange updates on claims.
Serve as the company liaison for regulatory inspections and keep EHS records and files current and inspection-ready.
Review and maintain company personal injury records and develop strategies to return injured employees to work in a timely manner.
Investigate incidents in the area of coverage using root cause analysis techniques and work with local line leaders to implement processes to prevent recurrence.
Develop and maintain safety and health training programs that ensure OSHA compliance and increase safety awareness and responsibility.
Serve as the company liaison with insurance representatives, attend inspections involving outside parties, recommend strategies to improve safety performance, manage statistics to prioritize immediate concerns, and tailor training efforts to those areas.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in food or beverage manufacturing and/or high-speed packaging.
Credentials as an OHST, CSP, or other recognized certifications.

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

Environmental Health and Safety professional responsible for technical, functional and program management for a business unit (fixed facility location/plant). Plan, direct and provide advanced technical and professional environmental & safety support services to operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for managing EHS practices; administer/implement EHS programs and policies outlined by OSHA, EPA
and DOT as appropriate and maintain all pertinent records.
Implements written EHS programs and company safety policies aligned with Federal & State requirements (i.e.,
OSHA, EPA or the respective State agencies). Administer the local hearing conservation program per OSHA
regulatory requirements.
Maintains and administers the facility written contractor safety manual.
Manage Workers’ Compensation claims and track injury and illness statistics to help identify safety concerns by
trend analysis and provide recommendations to minimize these concerns. Interact with third party administrator and
AOH personnel to provide/receive updates on WC claims.
Act as company liaison with regards to all regulatory inspections; have all EHS records and files current and
inspection ready.
Review and maintain all company personal injury records. Develop strategies that will successfully bring injured
employees back to work in a timely fashion.
Investigate all incidents in area of coverage; utilize known root cause analysis techniques; work with local line
leaders to implement processes to prevent reoccurrence.
Develop and maintain Safety and Health training programs that ensure OSHA compliance as well as increase safety
awareness and responsibility.
Designated as company liaison with all insurance representatives; be present during all inspections involving outside
parties; give recommended strategies for improving safety performance; manages all statistics to prioritize areas of
immediate concern and customize training efforts tailored to those areas.

Education and Experience:

Requires a minimum of a BA/BS degree in science, engineering or related discipline and 5-10 or more years of
related experience.
Credentials as an OHST or CSP or other recognized certifications are a plus.
Experience in food/beverage manufacturing and/or high-speed packaging preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

Must have a high level of enthusiasm for safety; known as a collaborator.
Team leader and problem solver; has exceptional interpersonal skills.
Self-starter/self-driven individual.
Management level professional who takes a "hands-on" approach.
Keen presentation skills and facilitation skills.
Ability to be creative and demonstrate innovative methods to advance workplace safety.

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Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is

$109,300—$115,000 USD

Ready to join us? Apply directly on our Company Careers Page

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

CCPA

For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.

The pay range for this position is 109300 - 115000 USD

About the Company

Hood

Produces fresh dairy products since 1846

Hood makes dairy products such as milk, cream, butter, and other dairy goods. The products come from dairy farms and are processed through pasteurization to kill bacteria and homogenization to ensure a consistent fat distribution, then packaged for freshness and easy use. Hood differentiates itself through a long-standing history starting in 1846, a focus on high-quality dairy and consistent taste, and a simple promise of reliable, fresh dairy that families can trust. The company’s goal is to provide fresh, high-quality dairy that tastes great and meets everyday family needs.

Company size: 1-10
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Lynnfield, MA
Founded: 1846

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