EHS & PSM Manager — Food Plant Safety & Compliance

Kettle Cuisine; Savage (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettle Cuisine in Savage, MD is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and process safety programs at our food manufacturing facility. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture.

The role covers PSM implementation, hazard analyses, audits, training, incident investigations, and coordination with operations to deliver safe, compliant daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in EHS or PSM roles, 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.
• Certifications such as CSP, CIH, or COSS are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS and PSM programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
• Lead hazard and risk assessments, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and Job Safety Analyses (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

communication

leadership

analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/OHS/engineering

Job description

Kettle Cuisine in Savage, MD is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and process safety programs at our food manufacturing facility. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture.

The role covers PSM implementation, hazard analyses, audits, training, incident investigations, and coordination with operations to deliver safe, compliant daily operations.