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EHS Manager Bloomfield, Connecticut
Job Ref: 40802
EHS MANAGER OPENING IN BLOOMFIELD CT WITH A FOOD MANUFACTURING PLANT. LOOKING FOR A STRONG HANDS-ON EHS MANAGER WHO IS STRONG AT LEADING AND DEVELOPING TEAMS. STRONG AT MAKING IMPROVEMENTS AND KEEPING THE FACILITY AND TEAM SAFE.
SALARY RANGE: $120K-$135K SALARY + 9% TARGET BONUS
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE OFFERED
3 WEEKS PTO
BENEFITS DAY 1
Position Overview
The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing site-specific safety and health programs to ensure regulatory compliance, reduce risk, and foster a strong safety culture. This role serves as a key member of the plant leadership team, partnering with Operations, Quality, Sanitation, and Maintenance to ensure all employees work in a safe, healthy, and compliant environment.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Programs
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Develop and implement site-specific Health & Safety programs to meet operational needs and corporate safety goals.
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Collaborate with other departments to integrate safety considerations into operational decisions and processes.
Regulatory Compliance
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Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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Provide guidance to management and supervision on hazard prevention and regulatory requirements.
Hazard Assessments & Risk Mitigation
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Conduct operational hazard assessments and recommend engineering controls and protective measures.
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Identify and correct non-compliance issues through corrective action plans.
Training & Development
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Lead OSHA compliance training, First Aid certification, and operational hazard-specific training.
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Train employees on emergency response procedures and safe work practices.
Incident Management
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Lead injury management and Workers’ Compensation claim investigations.
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Identify trends in incidents and implement preventative measures to reduce risks.
Safety Culture
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Champion initiatives to build and sustain a proactive safety culture.
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Facilitate safety committees and employee engagement activities related to safety.
People Management
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Manage local Safety & Health staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.
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Implement a sitewide business plan for safety and health performance improvement.
Continuous Improvement
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Monitor and analyze safety performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
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Lead corrective action projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Required:
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High School Diploma or GED
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5+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
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Strong knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations
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Proven experience with hazard assessments, incident investigations, and risk mitigation
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
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