Job Description

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Vernon & San Bernardino, CA | Full-Time | Onsite | $130,000-$150,000 DOE

An established and growing company in the food manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety operations across its Vernon and San Bernardino facilities . This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys building and sustaining safety programs, systems, and compliance frameworks from the ground up.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing safety, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and bring a proactive approach to driving a culture of safety excellence across both locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee EHS programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions.
• Lead and facilitate employee safety training, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including waste management, air quality, and wastewater handling.
• Partner closely with plant and operations leadership to integrate safety practices into daily operations and drive accountability.
• Maintain all required records, documentation, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all EHS matters and external agency communications.
• Participate in emergency response planning and ensure readiness for potential plant incidents.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of EHS experience within a manufacturing environment ( food manufacturing preferred ).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required due to workforce composition.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage safety programs independently.
• Experience with environmental programs such as wastewater and hazardous waste management a plus.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment where structure and systems are being established.

The Right Fit

• Hands-on leader who is visible on the floor and leads by example.
• Adaptable, proactive, and capable of influencing at all levels.
• Collaborative team player with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
• Thrives in a growing organization that values initiative, accountability, and teamwork.

Schedule

• 3 days per week onsite in Vernon

• 2 days per week onsite in San Bernardino

This is a high-impact, on-site leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and elevate safety operations across two key facilities. If you're ready to build, lead, and make a lasting

Job Tags

Full time, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,

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