Environment, Health and Safety Manager
aegis worldwideYakima, WA
Environment, Health and Safety Manager
aegis worldwideYakima, WAManager L7
Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsIndustrial Production ManagersHealth and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
APPLY NOWEHS Manager Yakima, WAA leading manufacturer of food and specialty packaging products is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives at a large-scale manufacturing facility in Yakima, WA.This is a highly visible leadership opportunity supporting a 550-employee manufacturing operation. The EHS Manager will have significant influence on site safety culture, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute the site-wide Environmental, Health & Safety strategy and compliance programs
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations
- Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, inspections, and incident investigations
- Identify opportunities to reduce workplace hazards and improve overall safety performance
- Develop, implement, and deliver employee safety training programs
- Manage workers' compensation processes and support return-to-work initiatives
- Lead and coordinate emergency response and preparedness programs
- Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, HR, Quality, and other departments to drive safety improvements
- Oversee environmental reporting, permitting, and compliance requirements
- Track EHS metrics and develop action plans to address performance gaps
- Promote employee engagement and accountability around safety practices
- Supervise, mentor, and develop an EHS Coordinator
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen site safety and environmental performance
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field with 5+ years of EHS experience 10+ years of directly related EHS experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Previous EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is required
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems
- Experience with environmental compliance, permitting, and reporting
- Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
- Food-grade manufacturing, packaging, plastics, blown film, or similar manufacturing experience is preferred
- Previous experience supervising or mentoring EHS personnel is preferred
- Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with employees and leaders at all levels of a manufacturing organization
- Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic leadership with day-to-day EHS responsibilities
Compensation & Benefits:
- $105,000 – $120,000 base salary 10% annual bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career development opportunities
- Relocation assistance available
- Free onsite clinic
- Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of EHS for a large-scale manufacturing operation and make a measurable impact on safety culture, compliance, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on EHS leader who enjoys working directly with plant leadership and employees while building long-term improvements across the facility.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to learn more about the opportunity.
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Level
Manager L7
Location
Yakima, WA
Occupation
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Industry
Environmental Consulting Services
Posted
5 days ago