Environmental, Health & Safety Manager | Dairy Manufacturing | Cabot, VT

Location: Cabot, Vermont 05647

Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Experience Level: Senior

Reports To: Plant Manager

Base Salary: $93,000–$103,000

Travel: Local travel between nearby facilities as required

Relocation Assistance: Partial assistance available

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Position Overview

A respected, farmer-owned dairy manufacturer is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Manager to lead EHS programs across its Cabot manufacturing campus.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role provides strategic and hands-on leadership across workplace safety, environmental compliance, regulatory reporting, employee training, incident investigation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead environmental, health and safety activity across the manufacturing campus.

• Develop, implement and maintain comprehensive EHS programs.

• Advise plant leadership and department managers on risks and priorities.

• Strengthen employee participation, accountability and behavior-based safety.

• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and state requirements.

• Monitor regulatory changes and translate them into practical operating controls.

• Maintain permits, logs, records and regulatory reports.

• Lead orientation and annual EHS training.

• Investigate incidents, injuries, environmental events and near misses.

• Apply structured root-cause analysis and manage corrective actions.

• Conduct audits, inspections, job-hazard analyses and risk assessments.

• Manage emergency preparedness and response planning.

• Track and report EHS metrics, leading and lagging indicators and improvement actions.

• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality and HR.

• Support local travel between nearby facilities when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

• Significant progressive EHS experience within manufacturing.

• EHS leadership experience in an active plant environment.

• Strong OSHA, EPA, DOT and state regulatory knowledge.

• Experience leading audits, investigations, risk assessments and corrective-action programs.

• Knowledge of industrial hygiene, ergonomics, environmental compliance and emergency response.

• Strong training, influencing and change-management skills.

• Ability to work onsite in Cabot and support nearby facilities.

• Current U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food, beverage or dairy-manufacturing experience.

• CSP, CIH, CHMM or another recognized EHS credential.

• ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 experience.

• Behavior-based safety and employee-engagement program experience.

• Sustainability and environmental-reporting experience.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, wellness programs, professional development and a performance-based incentive.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager | Food Manufacturing | Arkansas City, KS

Location: Arkansas City, Kansas 67005

Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Experience Level: Senior

Base Salary: $90,000–$110,000

Travel: Primarily site-based; occasional domestic travel may be required

Relocation Assistance: Full relocation package available

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Position Overview

A food and beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Manager to lead environmental, occupational-health and workplace-safety programs in Arkansas City, Kansas.

This senior, hands-on role will shape EHS strategy, maintain compliance, reduce operational risk and promote a proactive culture of safety and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain EHS policies, procedures and management systems.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA and federal, state and local requirements.

• Support alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

• Lead EHS audits, inspections, risk assessments and continuous improvement.

• Serve as subject-matter expert for workplace safety, environmental compliance, hazardous waste, industrial hygiene and ergonomics.

• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective-action follow-up.

• Develop and deliver training for employees, supervisors and leaders.

• Monitor safety and environmental metrics, trends and KPIs.

• Maintain and test emergency-preparedness and response plans.

• Partner with Operations, HR, Engineering and Legal to embed EHS into daily practice.

• Support sustainability programs, environmental reporting and climate-related disclosures.

• Supervise or mentor EHS staff and site coordinators where applicable.

• Recommend practical improvements that reduce risk and strengthen engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering or a related field strongly preferred.

• At least eight years of progressive EHS experience.

• At least three years of EHS leadership experience.

• Direct EHS experience within food and beverage manufacturing.

• Current professional certification such as CSP, CIH, CHMM or comparable credential.

• Strong OSHA, EPA, NFPA and environmental/workplace-safety knowledge.

• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

• Experience leading audits, inspections, investigations and corrective-action programs.

• Knowledge of hazardous-waste management, industrial hygiene and ergonomics.

• Strong leadership, communication, analytical and change-management skills.

• Ability to work onsite in Arkansas City.

• Current U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

• Experience with Enablon, Intelex or VelocityEHS.

• Sustainability and climate-disclosure experience.

• Behavior-based safety or employee-engagement program experience.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending account, employee assistance, retirement benefits, paid time off and professional development.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.

EHS Manager | Manufacturing & Environmental Compliance | Beaver Dam, WI | $115K–$145K

🌎 EHS Manager

📍 Beaver Dam, WI | 100% Onsite | Manufacturing & Production
📅 Full-time | Mid-Senior Level | Manufacturing – Health, Safety & Environment

💰 Salary: $115,000 – $145,000
✨ Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO)
🚚 Relocation: Possible for the ideal candidate
🧳 Travel: Occasional (between facilities as needed)

🚀 About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety and compliance initiatives at a key manufacturing facility. In this role, you will manage day-to-day EHS operations, implement strategic safety programs, and champion a culture of zero incidents while ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, WDNR, DOT, and local regulations.

This is a hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to influence across all levels of the organization and drive world-class EHS performance.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental, health, and safety functions across the facility.

• Serve as the hazardous waste engineer, reducing waste and implementing recycling programs.

• Oversee environmental reporting, monitoring, and permit applications.

• Manage SDS/Hazard Communication and maintain compliance with safety regulations.

• Lead facility-wide safety committees and employee training initiatives.

• Conduct audits, inspections, and ergonomic/safety risk assessments, implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Investigate incidents and lead root cause analysis, corrective action, and prevention planning.

• Act as champion for Drive to Zero and other EHS performance improvement initiatives.

• Prepare and manage internal reports, documentation, and compliance records.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to EHS specialists (where applicable).

🎯 Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience.

• 3+ years implementing safety-related programs in a manufacturing environment.

✅ Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or EHS-related field.

• Professional certifications such as CHMM, CSP, CIH, or PE.

• Hands-on experience in lean manufacturing environments.

• Strong understanding of hazardous waste and environmental regulations.

• Prior experience preparing compliance reports (Tier II, TRI, emissions, hazardous waste, etc.).

• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP a plus).

• Background in FTZ/Security compliance.

💡 Skills & Attributes

• Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, WDNR, and DOT regulations.

• Excellent knowledge of ergonomic analysis tools and practices.

• Proven ability to influence executives, managers, and cross-functional teams.

• Strong communication and presentation skills with executive presence.

• Able to manage shifting priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

📌 Interview Process

• Recruiter Screen

• Hiring Manager Interview

• Onsite Interview with Leadership

🏆 Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to shape the EHS culture at a leading manufacturing facility. If you’re passionate about workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement, this is your chance to make a measurable impact in a company committed to innovation and sustainability.

Industrial Engineer | Lean Manufacturing | Millsboro, DE | $85K–$125K | Food & Beverage

⚙️ Industrial Engineer

📍 Millsboro, DE | Onsite | Food & Beverages Industry
📅 Full-time | Engineering – Process Optimization

💰 Salary: $85,690 – $125,000
✨ Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
🚚 Relocation: Possible for the ideal candidate
🧳 Travel: Occasional

🚀 About the Role

We’re seeking an Industrial Engineer to take a lead role in process optimization and lean manufacturing initiatives within a protein processing facility. This mid-level position will drive efficiency improvement projects, implement Six Sigma methodologies, and provide technical expertise to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

This is a hands-on, impactful role where you’ll collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to deliver measurable improvements in yield, capacity, and overall performance.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Lead efficiency improvement projects, analyzing production workflows and eliminating bottlenecks.

• Conduct root cause analysis and design process modifications for better productivity.

• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Manage cost-reduction and capacity layout projects.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and improve yields.

• Develop and maintain labor standards and best practices.

• Provide technical guidance and reporting on assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Enforce safety, quality, and ergonomic standards in all projects.

🎯 Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering (preferred).

• 2+ years’ experience working in a poultry or protein processing plant in an industrial engineering role.

• 3–5 years of relevant process engineering/continuous improvement experience.

• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization tools.

• Strong AutoCAD skills.

• Demonstrated problem-solving, project management, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to troubleshoot and re-design existing systems in a manufacturing environment.

✅ Preferred Experience

• Direct experience in protein manufacturing, with poultry industry experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with ergonomics, safety standards, and continuous improvement in production settings.

• Background in both office and plant floor environments (processing, hatchery, feed mill, wastewater facility).

📌 Interview Process

• Recruiter Screen

• Hiring Manager Interview

• Onsite Interview

🏆 Why Apply?

This role is a fantastic opportunity for an Industrial Engineer ready to take ownership of efficiency, cost reduction, and lean transformation projects in a fast-paced production environment. If you thrive on problem-solving, driving measurable improvements, and working hands-on in the protein industry, this role will allow you to make a meaningful impact.