EHS & Process Safety Lead — Food Manufacturing

Kettle Cuisine, LLC.; Savage, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Target bonus of 10%

Job summary

Kettle Cuisine, LLC in Savage, MD is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead the environmental, health, safety and process safety programs at our food manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

This role drives hazard analyses, audits, incident investigations, emergency planning, chemical safety, and training; collaborates with operations and maintenance; tracks safety metrics; and supports sustainability initiatives, with a target

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive EHS or PSM experience, preferably in food or chemical manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 (PSM), EPA RMP, and other applicable regulations.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems and RMP (Risk Management Plan).
• Experience with behavior-based safety programs and leading cultural transformation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications such as CSP, CIH, or COSS are a plus.
• Familiarity with SQF, HACCP, and food safety integration into EHS systems.
• Proficiency in EHS software platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS and PSM programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
• Lead hazard and risk assessments, including PHAs and JSAs.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Manage emergency response plans and coordinate drills.
• Oversee chemical safety programs, including SDS management, labeling, and employee training.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe design and operation of processes.
• Track and report safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses) and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and third-party auditors.
• Provide coaching and training to leadership and frontline employees on safety policies and behavior-based safety practices/program.
• Collaborate with corporate EHS and cross-functional teams on safety programs
• Support sustainability and environmental compliance initiatives, including waste management and air/water permits.
• Complete work/programs as assigned by leadership/management

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration systems

PSM knowledge

OSHA regulations

Hazard analyses (PHAs/JSAs)

Safety program leadership

Audits and investigations

Training and coaching

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven safety

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/OH&S/Engineering

Tools

EHS software platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kettle Cuisine, LLC in Savage, MD is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead the environmental, health, safety and process safety programs at our food manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

This role drives hazard analyses, audits, incident investigations, emergency planning, chemical safety, and training; collaborates with operations and maintenance; tracks safety metrics; and supports sustainability initiatives, with a target