Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Company: SunOpta
Location: Mariposa
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
SunOpta Overview:SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY) is a
U.S.-based, global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable,
plant-based food and beverages. Founded nearly 50 years ago,
SunOpta manufactures organic and specialty products sold through
retail and foodservice channels. SunOpta operates as a manufacturer
for leading natural and private label brands, and also proudly
produces its own brands, including SOWN -- , Dream -- and West Life
TM . Job Summary: This position is responsible for establishing
policies and delivering safety training and education that will
create and maintain a safe workplace. Evaluates, assesses, and
alters safety procedures and policies for the benefit of employees.
Understand requirements and maintain correct environmental
permitting for environmental requirements while identifying and
supporting energy and waste reduction initiatives. Essential
Functions of the Job:
Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace
according to legal guideline.
Prepare and enforce policies to establish and maintain a culture of
health and safety.
Evaluate practices, procedures, and facilities to assess risk and
adherence to SunOpta safety policies and regulatory
requirements.
Monitor compliance to all SunOpta health and safety policies by
inspecting operations.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies, standards, and laws
(including OSHA, EPA, etc.), including but not limited to:
Wastewater Discharge Permit, Air Permit, Solid Waste Disposal
Hazardous Chemical Programs, RMP, PSM, HAZCOM Blood borne
pathogens, Accident and Illness, Heat Stress, Hearing Loss Safety
permits such as (LOTO, Hot Work, Confined Space, etc.)
Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe
conditions.
Investigate accidents or incidents as needed to discover
causes.
Interface with workers' compensation carrier as needed for claims
processing and support.
Recommend solutions to issues, identify improvement opportunities
or new prevention measures.
Evaluate, assess. and alter safety procedures and policies for the
benefit of employees.
Analyze accident reports to ensure root cause(s) have been
identified.
Prepare and conduct health and safety training sessions for
employees and/or assist with securing outside resources for safety
training and education.
Initiate accident prevention measures.
Develop and track meaningful incident metrics.
Research environmental regulations and policies and lead efforts to
ensure compliance.
Oversee the applications for and receipt of necessary permits.
Lead development efforts of facility safety committees.
Lead and Implement Projects to reduces landfill, CO2 emissions,
electricity/water usage. Ownership of activities around
sustainability, including (but not limited to) energy reduction,
recycling, zero landfill, reducing waste, etc. Other duties, as
assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
B.A. or B.S. Degree in environmental health and safety, business,
or related field preferred.
Minimum of six years of EHS related experience in
manufacturing.
Solid understanding of health and safety laws and regulations
including EPA, OSHA, and other relevant governmental bodies
Preferred Qualifications:
Food industry experience.
Bilingual (Spanish). Knowledge and Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills/
Capabilities to create and deliver group training.
Solid computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with an
ability to generate system reports good knowledge of data analytics
and risk assessment.
Good attention to detail and observation ability to identify
hazards.
Ability to train, motivate and influence team members.Additional
Considerations:
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%.
Location: This position will be at our SunOpta Plant in Modesto,
CA. Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Approximately 50% of work is performed in an office environment and
50% of work will involve being in a manufacturing
environment.Please note this job description is not designed to
cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EOE
M/W/VET/DISABLED
Keywords: SunOpta, Madera , Environmental Health and Safety Manager, Healthcare , Mariposa, California
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