CareersInFood.com · 1 day ago
Environment, Health and Safety Manager
Savage, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expKettle Cuisine is a company dedicated to creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food. The EHS Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of environmental, health, safety, and process safety programs at a food manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture.
Human ResourcesManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Andi Thornbury
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain EHS and PSM programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations
Lead hazard and risk assessments, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations with root cause analysis and corrective actions
Manage emergency response plans and coordinate drills
Oversee chemical safety programs, including SDS management, labeling, and employee training
Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe design and operation of processes
Track and report safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses) and lead continuous improvement initiatives
Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and third-party auditors
Provide coaching and training to leadership and frontline employees on safety policies and behavior-based safety practices/ program
Collaborate with corporate EHS and cross-functional teams on safety programs
Support sustainability and environmental compliance initiatives, including waste management and air/water permits
Complete work/ programs as assigned by leadership/management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field
3–5 years of progressive experience in EHS or PSM roles, preferably in food or chemical manufacturing
Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 (PSM), EPA RMP, and other applicable regulations
Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems and RMP (Risk Management Plan)
Experience with behavior-based safety programs and leading cultural transformation
Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Certifications such as CSP, CIH, or COSS are a plus
Demonstrated success in reducing incident rates and improving safety culture
Familiarity with SQF, HACCP, and food safety integration into EHS systems
Proficiency in EHS software platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
CareersInFood.com
CareersInFood is the largest & most comprehensive niche job board in North America dedicated to the Food & Beverage Manufacturing community.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase