EHS Manager

Job Description

The EHS Manager will be responsible for managing Operational Risk Management (ORM) processes that include Safety and Health, Environment, Business Continuity, Facility Security, Asset Conservation, Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pandemic Planning.  The primary purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, and Kraft Heinz policies/procedures and processes.  In addition, this position involves the identification and communication of operational risks within the factory, and the development of business strategies to mitigate those risks. 

Responsibilities:
 

• Implement, execute, ensure compliance with the Kraft Heinz EHS policies and procedures, and all federal, state, and local OSHA/EPA/ (i.e. Lockout, Haz Com, Machine Safety, SARA, RCRA, etc.)
• Manage local EHS budget
• Lead the development and implementation of the EHS Annual Operating Plans and EHS Action Plans for the location
• Ability to build and execute Strategy and Initiatives
• Achieve annual targets rates for Lost Time, Recordable, Severity, and Environmental
• Ensure compliance with applicable occupational safety and environmental regulations
• Develop, implement, execute, and manage strategies to prevent workplace injuries, and environmental incidents
• Demonstrate solid employee relations experience, interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Display strong problem solving, organizational and analytical skills
• Demonstrate professional maturity and ability to act as a change leader by influencing all levels of the organization to drive continuous improvement in safety performance
• Conduct EHS activities such as training/auditing/assessing to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory agency requirements, Kraft Heinz Management System standards, Emergency Response and internal Kraft Heinz EHS procedures
• Perform risk assessments and assist in the implementation of effective physical and/ or behavioral control measures.  Recognize and verify the effectiveness of in-place control measures
• Identify unsafe equipment operation and conditions while demonstrating knowledge of appropriate corrective action for unsafe conditions or equipment use
• Exercise a leadership, coordination, and communication role with the location leadership to drive continuous EHS improvement across the location
• Complete root cause analyses and develop corrective action plans to address root basic causes and management system weak-spots through the use of industry-recognized cause analysis techniques

Qualifications:
 

• Minimum 3- 5 years’ managerial experience in EHS
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including public speaking skills and presence in meetings and training environments
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a result driven, team-oriented environment
• Maintain confidentiality
• Make independent decisions
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
• Use PC and related software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines

Preferred Job Qualifications:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in safety and environmental management, industrial hygiene or equivalent
• Professional designations such as a Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM), 30-hour OSHA Certified, Certification in Ergonomics, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Associate Safety professional (ASP)
• Safety management experience in a related industry, including consumer packaged goods, distribution/transportation, manufacturing or grocery industry
• Safety degree and/or related certification
• Knowledge and experience with EHS Management systems and their deployment
• EHS auditing
• ASP, CSP, CIH, and/or CHMM desirable
  
   

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

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Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.