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INTRODUCTION

Sun Orchard is the undisputed market leader in not-from-concentrate citrus ingredients and refreshments. We have an immediate opening for a EHS Manager. Manage all site health and safety programs for compliance, loss control, safety, health, fire prevention, emergency response planning and associated training. Design and deliver programs to meet federal, state, local and corporate safety and health regulations while maintaining the applicable records and documentations demonstrable during an inspection or audit.

What We Offer

• Paid time off, sick time
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision, company paid life, flexible spending account, 401K matching
• Consistent schedules and professional growth opportunities
• A forward-thinking work culture

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages and maintains current and accurate safety policies, manuals, and SOPs/procedures to ensure safety within our facility.
• Ability to thrive as a department of one, effectively managing multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously by exercising influential leadership.
• Ensures applicable federal and state regulations, as well as corporate guidelines and policies are adhered to.
• Develops and maintains effective training programs that satisfy legal requirements and to reinforce a safe environment.
• Provides training (formal and informal) to employees, supervisors and managers on safety policies and practices. Cross functional communication during the planning process of programs to get input from stakeholders is key to successful implementation.
• Prepare and provide employee training program and SOP development for operations.
• Manages and updates emergency action plans for employees and site.
• Provides safety orientation for all new employees as well as all visiting contractors.
• Serves as a safety representative for installation and safe operation of all new equipment.
• Conducts scheduled Safety Committee meetings for both operations, office, and management employees.
• Performs safety audits throughout the manufacturing facility as required for internal and external sources. Including regular safety inspections for fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, emergency lights, etc. Educating local teams on the requirements of each finding and working together on corrective actions and timelines.
• Manages worker compensation claims in partnership with human resources and communicates with the insurance carrier and broker as necessary. Participate in detailed incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Conducts risk assessment for all departments and provide recommendations for modifications to practices, policies, and procedures to ensure safe work environment. Create collaborative plan and timeline for execution.
• Observes employees throughout the plant and provides feedback/coaching regarding unsafe acts and behaviors. Works with local leadership on KPI for programs and tracking success.
• Maintains a program to supply safety equipment (PPE) used by the facility. Assist with ensuring supplies are available for all tasks.
• Works with front-line managers to design job specific training and ensure delivery; coach and counsel employees in EHS responsibilities.
• Communicate safety goals & track performance, as well as creating safety metrics.
• Walk the manufacturing floor on a regular basis to establish EHS presence and provide support.
• Participates in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and State and Government guidelines and reporting.
• Leading Safety Champions and local leadership teams to develop safety first culture at all sites while developing the local teams knowledge of important regulations and the why behind the best practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Key Qualifications:

• BS/BA preferably in a manufacturing related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing facilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Cross-functional teamwork and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams.
• 30-hour OSHA training courses – Basic and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Ammonia System Safety.
• Knowledge of DOT driver qualifications.

Travel

40%

About us:

Since 1984, Sun Orchard has been the leading developer and manufacturer of all natural citrus based ingredient and beverage products, servicing market leaders across the Food Service, Specialty Industrial and club channels. Our products are not from concentrate and minimally processed to maintain the natural benefits and flavors of the fruit. Our ingredients and beverages are clean label and non GMO, thereby meeting consumer demand for healthier, authentic, and all natural products. Our knowledge and expertise differentiate us from our competition. With over 250 employees dedicated to excellence, quality, and customer service, Sun Orchard has built trust and partnerships with our customers for nearly 40 years. Sun Orchard’s vision is to inspire a world that believes in genuine ingredients and refreshments. We are confident that our people are our greatest assets.

Join our team and contribute your expertise in creating exceptional food products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met!