Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Skjodt-Barrett Foods Inc., Lebanon, IN, United States
Who we are
Skjodt-Barrett is a world‑class manufacturer of food solutions and custom ingredients for North America's most beloved and trusted brands. We take pride in working closely with our customers to understand their unique needs and create innovative, individualized solutions that deliver joy to their customers.
Who we need
We are looking for a dedicated Environmental Health and Safety Manager to join our team and help us build our safety culture and optimize our safety standards. We are committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees. You will take ownership of ensuring we meet and exceed the highest standards for our industry. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all health and safety programs at our manufacturing plant. You will ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and continuously seek ways to improve our safety protocols.
This is an onsite position based in our plant in Lebanon, Indiana.
What you will do
Share knowledge.
You will champion a culture of health and safety. You will provide training and guidance to employees on safety standards and practices. You will perform safety orientations for all employees, contractors, and visitors. In addition, you will coordinate emergency response plans and drills.
Develop processes and policies.
You will maintain and update Health and Safety policies, programs, and reports as needed. You will identify gaps in the process and introduce solutions, gaining traction through education. You will collaborate with management to create safety improvement plans.
Be an expert.
You will provide technical expertise in specialized health, safety and environmental areas such as industrial hygiene, emergency preparedness and response, incident investigation, pollution prevention and control, waste management, and chemical management.
Ensure compliance.
You will support the Plant Managers and Leadership, ensuring that all applicable EHS legislation, codes and standards are satisfied. You will conduct safety and environmental audits and inspections and maintain records.
Respond to Incidents.
You will routinely monitor production to promote safe working conditions and maintain and update Safety Data Sheets and related material. You will investigate and report all accidents, incidents, and near misses.
Continuous learning.
You will pursue the most up-to-date health and safety information, processes, and practices to stay at the top of the industry standards and regulations.
Lead change management.
You will implement change management strategies and plans that drive faster adoption of improvements and best practices that increase quality and efficiency. You will work closely with the plant manager, engineers, production manager, HRBP, controller, and planner to achieve site objectives relating to health and environmental safety.
What you bring to the role
The experience.
You have worked in an industrial environment (e.g., manufacturing, production plant, etc.) with high‑speed machinery. You have proven success engaging plant floor staff with health, safety and environmental programs you have developed and implemented. You can identify gaps and areas for increased efficiency and introduce process changes and best practices, ensuring adoption and application.
The knowledge‑sharing approach.
You are a subject matter expert in health and safety and have experience building and nurturing a culture of trust, safety, and ownership through knowledge sharing and staff empowerment. You have in‑depth knowledge of applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety legislation, codes, and standards.
The drive.
You are invested in achieving long‑running no‑incident records. You can inspire those around you to share your commitment to health and safety and overcoming obstacles in a time‑sensitive environment. You hold yourself and those you work with to high standards of accountability.
The interpersonal skills.
You have professional and adaptable verbal and written communication skills. You can build trust and influence without authority. You can work alongside managers and plant floor staff to understand the production floor deeply.
Benefits
We support and care for our employees and their families. Benefits and perks we offer include comprehensive health, dental, paramedical and long‑term disability. With paid vacation time starting at 15 days per year, paid sick time, and more, we want to ensure our employees feel supported and appreciated.
Interview Process
A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role and your experience. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an AI‑powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are invited to interview.
A virtual interview with the Plant Manager and a People and Culture Business Partner to discuss how your experience aligns with the needs of the role and the organization.
An on‑site plant tour and a panel interview with the 4‑5 members of the Plant Leadership Team. This will be a chance to see the plant, understand current standards and discuss future plans.
A final virtual interview with the COO. This will be an opportunity to ask any final questions about the role, team and culture.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Skjodt‑Barrett welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please let us know what accommodations you require across the selection process.
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Skjodt-Barrett is a world‑class manufacturer of food solutions and custom ingredients for North America's most beloved and trusted brands. We take pride in working closely with our customers to understand their unique needs and create innovative, individualized solutions that deliver joy to their customers.
Who we need
We are looking for a dedicated Environmental Health and Safety Manager to join our team and help us build our safety culture and optimize our safety standards. We are committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees. You will take ownership of ensuring we meet and exceed the highest standards for our industry. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all health and safety programs at our manufacturing plant. You will ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and continuously seek ways to improve our safety protocols.
This is an onsite position based in our plant in Lebanon, Indiana.
What you will do
Share knowledge.
You will champion a culture of health and safety. You will provide training and guidance to employees on safety standards and practices. You will perform safety orientations for all employees, contractors, and visitors. In addition, you will coordinate emergency response plans and drills.
Develop processes and policies.
You will maintain and update Health and Safety policies, programs, and reports as needed. You will identify gaps in the process and introduce solutions, gaining traction through education. You will collaborate with management to create safety improvement plans.
Be an expert.
You will provide technical expertise in specialized health, safety and environmental areas such as industrial hygiene, emergency preparedness and response, incident investigation, pollution prevention and control, waste management, and chemical management.
Ensure compliance.
You will support the Plant Managers and Leadership, ensuring that all applicable EHS legislation, codes and standards are satisfied. You will conduct safety and environmental audits and inspections and maintain records.
Respond to Incidents.
You will routinely monitor production to promote safe working conditions and maintain and update Safety Data Sheets and related material. You will investigate and report all accidents, incidents, and near misses.
Continuous learning.
You will pursue the most up-to-date health and safety information, processes, and practices to stay at the top of the industry standards and regulations.
Lead change management.
You will implement change management strategies and plans that drive faster adoption of improvements and best practices that increase quality and efficiency. You will work closely with the plant manager, engineers, production manager, HRBP, controller, and planner to achieve site objectives relating to health and environmental safety.
What you bring to the role
The experience.
You have worked in an industrial environment (e.g., manufacturing, production plant, etc.) with high‑speed machinery. You have proven success engaging plant floor staff with health, safety and environmental programs you have developed and implemented. You can identify gaps and areas for increased efficiency and introduce process changes and best practices, ensuring adoption and application.
The knowledge‑sharing approach.
You are a subject matter expert in health and safety and have experience building and nurturing a culture of trust, safety, and ownership through knowledge sharing and staff empowerment. You have in‑depth knowledge of applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety legislation, codes, and standards.
The drive.
You are invested in achieving long‑running no‑incident records. You can inspire those around you to share your commitment to health and safety and overcoming obstacles in a time‑sensitive environment. You hold yourself and those you work with to high standards of accountability.
The interpersonal skills.
You have professional and adaptable verbal and written communication skills. You can build trust and influence without authority. You can work alongside managers and plant floor staff to understand the production floor deeply.
Benefits
We support and care for our employees and their families. Benefits and perks we offer include comprehensive health, dental, paramedical and long‑term disability. With paid vacation time starting at 15 days per year, paid sick time, and more, we want to ensure our employees feel supported and appreciated.
Interview Process
A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role and your experience. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an AI‑powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are invited to interview.
A virtual interview with the Plant Manager and a People and Culture Business Partner to discuss how your experience aligns with the needs of the role and the organization.
An on‑site plant tour and a panel interview with the 4‑5 members of the Plant Leadership Team. This will be a chance to see the plant, understand current standards and discuss future plans.
A final virtual interview with the COO. This will be an opportunity to ask any final questions about the role, team and culture.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Skjodt‑Barrett welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please let us know what accommodations you require across the selection process.
#LI-DNI
#J-18808-Ljbffr