Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

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At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

Want to make an impact?

The Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist (EHS) is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of the plant workforce and environment by monitoring and evaluating health and safety conditions; assuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures and governmental standards; and maintenance of the EHS Programs for the site. The primary objective is to ensure a safe and incident‑free work environment including methodologies, initiatives and strategies that promote safe operations, safety awareness, training and continuous improvement to eliminate or control unsafe behaviors, environments and hazards.

To assist with teamwork and ensure a safe work environment in this 24/7 facility environment, this position requires the Specialist to work up to 10% on an off‑shift.

Ways you will make a difference

In addition to overall input to site environmental, health and safety initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures, responsibilities include:

• Deliver EHS programs to train employees in work site safety practices by promoting and leading to a site culture where Safety is engrained as a core value with all employees
• Drive key effective, sustainable implementation of Corporate and Site EHS initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures, responsibilities via hands‑on leadership, coaching and team work
• Facilitate, train and coach employees from onboarding to OSHA required annual training and other safety related topics to ensure compliance with government mandated training
• Collaborate with employees to identify and implement solutions to safety issues identified in inspections and investigations to eliminate incidents and preventing recurrence
• Effectively coach and develop supervisors to be effective EHS leaders/coaches
• Review incident and injury reporting and analyze data to identify trends
• Ensure compliance with regulations and Company policies by routinely interacting with employees on the plant floor
• Analyze EHS programs, conditions and behaviors and recommend changes to continuously improve site EHS performance
• Provide key support with all site Environmental policies and procedures
• Lead and ensure thorough investigation of all incidents, in coordination with site leadership
• Foster/develop a culture where everyone is actively engaged in performing their work in a safe manner and co‑workers hold each other accountable to prevent at‑risk behaviors
• Oversee regulatory compliance audits/inspections and associated record keeping
• In partnership with HR oversee worker’s compensation claims by working with the insurance company, injured employee and clinics from the opening of the claim and until the claim closes
• Collaborate with other key functions on initiatives including Engineering, HR, Quality, Operations, etc. to deliver on goals and plans
• Have thorough knowledge of basic industrial hygiene and occupational health hazards and regulations
• Have high attention to detail to maintain awareness of existing and proposed safety codes/regulations and company guidelines and maintain and analyze appropriate data
• Have understanding of fire codes, standards, and regulations
• Have awareness of applicable environmental policies, standards, guidelines, regulations, and local requirements (spill containment, facility waste stream & disposal requirements, etc.)
• Hold First Aid, CPR, and AED skills and certification

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Sciences or related field, or a combination of education and experience related to the position
• Knowledge in a safety and environmentally conscious manufacturing environment
• Experience in successfully coordinating EHS sustainability activities in a manufacturing setting preferred
• Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding OSHA, NFPA, DOT and EPA

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $68,000 - $90,000 annually.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Nearest Major Market: Sacramento

Nearest Secondary Market: Fairfield