EHS & Safety Manager

MAC Incorporated; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Competitive benefits

Job summary

MAC Incorporated in Norwalk, California seeks an experienced Environmental Health, Safety & Sanitation (EHS&S) Manager to lead all health, safety, environmental, and sanitation programs at our nutraceutical manufacturing facility.

You will ensure OSHA/Cal/OSHA and FDA cGMP compliance, manage sanitation teams, drive continuous improvement, conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and training for staff and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive EHS leadership experience in nutraceutical or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Knowledge of sanitation chemicals, cleaning validation, environmental monitoring, and contamination control.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field; CSP/CIH/CHMM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain facility-wide EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and other regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage safety programs including LOTO, Hazard Communication, Machine Guarding, PPE, and Respiratory Protection.
• Oversee sanitation programs and sanitation contractor management.
• Track safety metrics and regulatory reporting.
• Provide safety training and coach leadership at all levels.

Skills

EHS Leadership

OSHA/Cal/OSHA

Incident Investigations

Root Cause Analysis

Team Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety Training

Microsoft Office

Sanitation & GMP

Education

BS in Environmental Health & Safety or related field

Certifications (CSP/ASP/CIH/CHMM)

Tools

Safety Management Systems

Microsoft Excel/Analytics

Job description

EHS & Safety Manager Norwalk, California Job Ref: 41616

Environmental Health Safety & Sanitation (EHS&S) Manager

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Environmental Health, Safety & Sanitation (EHS&S) Manager to lead all health, safety, environmental, and sanitation programs within our nutraceutical manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring food-safe sanitary conditions, minimizing workplace risks, and promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence. The EHS&S Manager will oversee compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, FDA cGMP regulations, environmental requirements, and sanitation standards applicable to dietary supplement manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing sanitation teams and developing programs that support both employee safety and product quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Environmental Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and maintain facility-wide EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and compliance audits.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage safety programs including:
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Hazard Communication
• Machine Guarding
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Respiratory Protection
• Forklift and Powered Industrial Truck Safety
• Emergency Response and Preparedness
• Track and report safety metrics, injury trends, and compliance performance.
• Provide support in managing workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs in partnership with Human Resources.

Sanitation Management

• Develop and oversee Master Sanitation Programs for manufacturing, warehouse, and support areas.
• Lead and manage sanitation personnel and third-party sanitation contractors, as applicable.
• Establish cleaning procedures, schedules, and sanitation verification processes.
• Ensure compliance with FDA cGMP requirements, food safety programs, and customer expectations.
• Monitor sanitation effectiveness through inspections, environmental monitoring, and verification activities.
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Operations to investigate sanitation-related deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement of cleaning processes, chemical usage, and sanitation efficiencies.
• Ensure proper training on cleaning methods, chemical handling, sanitation procedures, and GMP practices.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain environmental permits and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with FDA dietary supplement regulations and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Support internal audits, customer audits, regulatory inspections, and certification programs.
• Monitor changes in environmental, health, safety, and food manufacturing regulations.
• Maintain accurate EHS and sanitation records, training documentation, and compliance reports.

Training & Culture Development

• Develop and conduct EHS, GMP, and sanitation training programs for employees and supervisors.
• Lead safety committee meetings and employee engagement initiatives.
• Promote a proactive safety culture focused on accountability, awareness, and continuous improvement.
• Coach managers and supervisors on safety leadership and sanitation best practices.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive EHS leadership experience in a nutraceutical or food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Knowledge of sanitation chemicals, cleaning validation, environmental monitoring, and contamination control practices.
• Strong leadership, training, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
• Must be fully bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Food Science, Microbiology, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in nutraceutical, dietary supplement, food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Minimum of 3 years of sanitation management experience in food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or dietary supplement manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 111 and cGMP requirements.
• Professional certifications such as:
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Experience with SQF, NSF, and GMP

Key Competencies

• Safety Leadership
• Environmental Compliance
• Food Safety & Sanitation
• Risk Assessment
• Regulatory Compliance
• Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Leadership
• Training & Development
• Project Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently walk production, warehouse, and outdoor facility areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work in manufacturing environments involving powders, chemicals, and production equipment.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and support off-shift operations when necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience and eligible for a 10% bonus plan.