EHS & Process Safety Manager

SK Food Group; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 123,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits Package

401k Retirement Plan with companymatch

Associate Bonus Programs

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending

Educational Tuition Assistance

DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner

Job summary

SK Food Group is seeking an experienced EHS & Process Safety Manager based at our Columbus, OH facility with travel up to 20%. The role leads environmental, health, safety, and process safety programs to protect employees, contractors, visitors, and assets, while driving a strong safety culture across Groveport and Columbus operations.

Reporting to the Director of EHS & Safety, the incumbent will develop and implement strategic initiatives to reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Associate/Technical degree and at least five years of related EHS and PSM experience and/or training are required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in EHS, Risk Management, or Process Safety preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.
• Must have one or more of the following EHS professional certifications is required: CSP, GSP, PSM, RMP
• In-depth knowledge of Federal and State OSHA and EPA regulations and compliance procedures.
• Experience coordinating plant Health and Safety compliance and training programs.
• Experience coordinating multi-site Process Safety Management compliance and training programs.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and processes while partnering with corporate and facility management groups.
• Ability to travel to other Company locations, estimated at up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS and PSM programs across facilities to reduce risk and ensure compliance.
• Oversee PSM and RMP compliance activities including PHA, MI, MOC, PSI, OPS procedures, training, audits, investigations.
• Promote proactive safety culture with leadership and staff.
• Develop and improve EHS/PSM programs and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and JHAs.
• Deliver training on safety and compliance.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain EHS/PSM records and reporting systems.
• Coordinate audits and inspections; drive continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance to site leaders on PSM requirements.
• Travel up to 20%.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor or Associate/Technical degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CSP

GSP

PSM

RMP

Job description

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EHS & Process Safety Manager

Groveport, OH, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 3279

Salary Range: $122,620.00 To $153,275.00 Annually

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Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results while having stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

We are currently seeking an experienced EHS & Process Safety Manager to be based at our Columbus, Ohio facility. This role will have some travel, estimated at up to 20%.

Reporting to the Director of Environmental Health & Safety, this role is responsible for leading environmental, health, safety, and Process Safety Management (PSM) programs to protect associates, contractors, visitors, and company assets while fostering a strong, proactive safety culture. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance Systems, Human Resources, and leadership teams, this role develops and implements strategic safety initiatives that reduce risk, prevent incidents, and ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local OSHA and EPA regulations, including PSM and Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Responsible for repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment in manufacturing operations.
• Provide leadership and oversight for EHS activities at our Groveport, Ohio manufacturing facility and our nearby Columbus, Ohio Distribution Denter, driving regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and maintain all PSM and RMP compliance activities for both our Columbus, Ohio Distribution Center and our Cleveland, TN manufacturing facility, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Mechanical Integrity (MI), Management of Change (MOC), Process Safety Information (PSI), Operating Procedures, Training, Compliance Audits, Incident Investigations, Contractor Safety, Emergency Response, and regulatory reporting. Ensure timely completion of required activities, closure of action items and ongoing compliance with OSHA PSM (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA RMP (40 CFR Part 68) requirements.
• Serve as the strategic owner of PSM and RMP programs for assigned facilities, providing governance, oversight, direction, and accountability for process safety performance, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and reinforce a proactive safety culture by partnering with facility leadership, supervisors, and associates to drive engagement, accountability, and safe work practices.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve EHS, PSM, and compliance programs that reduce risk, prevent incidents, and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, and other Federal, State and local regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and other hazard identification activities to evaluate operational risks and implement effective controls.
• Develop, facilitate, and oversee safety, regulatory, and compliance training programs to ensure employee competency and completion of required training.
• Lead incident reporting, investigations, root cause analyses, corrective action development, and follow-up activities for injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, environmental events, and process safety incidents.
• Maintain EHS and PSM records, reporting systems, and databases, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant documentation and reporting.
• Perform audits, inspections, and program assessments to evaluate compliance, identify improvement opportunities, and verify the effectiveness of EHS and PSM programs.
• Develop and execute annual EHS and PSM strategic plans, goals, objectives, metrics and key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance Systems, Human Resources, and other functional departments to ensure effective implementation, enforcement, and continuous improvement of EHS and PSM programs.
• Coordinate and support industrial hygiene, occupational health, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work programs to ensure regulatory compliance and effective case management.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, including OSHA and EPA, and lead site support during regulatory inspections, audits, citation responses, and abatement activities.
• Facilitate safety committees, employee engagement initiatives, and PSM awareness programs to strengthen workforce participation and ownership of safety performance.
• Provide EHS and PSM leadership for capital projects, engineering modifications, facility expansions, and Management of Change (MOC) activities, ensuring risks are identified, evaluated, and mitigated prior to implementation.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching and oversight to site leaders and EHS personnel on PSM and process safety requirements, ensuring consistent implementation of standards, best practices, and compliance expectations across assigned facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor or Associate/Technical degree and at least five years of related EHS and PSM experience and/or training are required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in EHS, Risk Management, or Process Safety preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.
• Must have one or more of the following EHS professional certifications is required: CSP, GSP, PSM, RMP
• In-depth knowledge of Federal and State OSHA and EPA regulations and compliance procedures.
• Experience coordinating plant Health and Safety compliance and training programs.
• Experience coordinating multi-site Process Safety Management compliance and training programs.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and processes while partnering with corporate and facility management groups.
• Ability to work effectively with associates at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to travel to other Company locations, estimated at up to 20%.

BENEFITS:

SK Food Group provides competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits including programs that provide for your health and welfare, help you prepare for retirement and truly enable you to balance your work and family life.

• Robust Health & Welfare Benefits Package
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Associate Bonus Programs
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner

Established in 1943, the SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry. We produce a complete line of products for many different market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending and the transportation industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on the sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities our company offers to customers throughout the United States. Please visit http://www.skfoodgroup.com for more information.