EHS Manager

Socket.dev; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced EHS Manager for its Gainesville, GA bakery facility. You will lead all occupational safety and environmental compliance activities, ensuring OSHA regulations, Georgia EPD requirements, and corporate EHS policies are followed while fostering a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include developing and managing safety programs (LOTO, machine guarding, confined spaces, PPE), conducting hazard analyses and inspections, overseeing investigations, directing ISO

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 8–10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing (food preferred).
• 2–3+ years of EHS supervision/management.
• CSP, CIH, or CHMM certifications preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hr/ASP certification a plus.
• English-Korean bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement safety programs in compliance with OSHA and local regs.
• Lead hazard identification, JHA, and risk assessments.
• Conduct inspections, audits, incidents investigations; root-cause analysis.
• Manage core safety programs: LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, PPE.
• Lead ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Oversee environmental programs and regulatory readiness.
• Develop safety training for employees and contractors.
• Lead Safety Committee and incident reporting.
• Coordinate emergency planning with local EMS/Fire authorities.
• Maintain OSHA logs and safety metrics.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Hazard identification

Safety training

Team management

Regulatory compliance

ISO 45001

Emergency planning

MS Office

EHS software

Bilingual EN/Korean

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety

Tools

EHS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

EHS Manager (Environmental, Health & Safety)

Reports To

HQ EHS Manager

Job Type

Full Time Employee, Exempt

Department

HR

Location

Gainesville, GA

SUMMARY

The EHS Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of occupational safety and environmental compliance at a high-volume bakery manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, Georgia EPD requirements, and corporate EHS policies while driving a strong safety culture across the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop, implement, and manage safety programs in compliance with OSHA standards and state/local regulations.
• Lead workplace hazard identification, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and risk assessments.
• Conduct and oversee safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Manage core safety programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, confined space entry, ergonomics and repetitive motion prevention, fall protection and ladder safety, PPE program, and bloodborne pathogens/first aid readiness.
• Direct the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Oversee plant safety and environmental programs to ensure 100% compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors, including new hire orientation, refresher training, and task/equipment-specific instruction.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and ensure employee feedback is incorporated into continuous improvement.
• Support emergency preparedness activities including evacuation planning, fire drills, and coordination with local EMS and Fire authorities.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for safety metrics (TRIR, DART, Lost Time), incidents, and compliance requirements.
• Manage OSHA recordkeeping and logs (300, 300A, 301) and track injury rates.
• Ensure site readiness for regulatory inspections by OSHA, Fire Marshal, or other agencies.
• Ensure compliance with Georgia EPD and local environmental regulations related to air, water, waste, stormwater, and hazardous materials.
• Coordinate environmental permit maintenance and updates.
• Perform physical activities including lifting up to 45 lbs, climbing ladders, and using aerial or scissor lifts as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field required.
• 8-10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing environments (food industry preferred).
• 2-3+ years of direct team management or supervisory experience in an EHS capacity.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA General Industry Standards.
• Proven experience in injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and safety training.
• Experience with EHS software tools and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Construction safety experience is a plus.
• Senior Professional certifications highly preferred: CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
• ASP or OSHA 30-Hour Certification is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Korean preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

• Proficient in Windows operating environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and MS Teams.