EHS Specialist & Training Coordinator

G&S Foods, LLC; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

G&S Foods, LLC in Hanover, PA is seeking an EHS Specialist & Training Coordinator to support workplace safety, workers’ compensation administration, and employee training at the site. This role coordinates safety programs, maintains OSHA records, and collaborates with HR, Operations, Maintenance, and Quality to improve safety practices.

The position is on-site in Hanover, PA and requires leadership in safety inspections, incident investigations, and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard identification, and risk reduction.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective employee training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses, document findings, and track corrective actions.
• Maintain safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, job hazard analyses, and OSHA records.
• Coordinate safety training, emergency preparedness, and committee activities.
• Assist with regulatory compliance, customer audits, and environmental safety documentation.
• Administer workers’ compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work arrangements.
• Develop and maintain plant-specific training materials covering safety and GMPs.

Skills

Workplace safety

Communication

Training delivery

Microsoft Office

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Alchemy LMS

OSHA recordkeeping systems

Job description

The EHS Specialist & Training Coordinator supports workplace safety, workers’ compensation administration, and employee training at G&S Foods. This position coordinates safety programs, manages workplace safety committee activities, assists with the Alchemy learning management system, and develops plant-specific training to promote a safe and knowledgeable workforce.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses, document findings, and track corrective actions.
• Maintain safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, job hazard analyses, and OSHA injury and illness records.
• Coordinate safety training, emergency preparedness, and certified workplace safety committee activities.
• Assist with regulatory compliance, customer audits, SMETA audit preparation, and environmental safety documentation.
• Administer workers’ compensation claims, communicate with employees and insurance providers, and coordinate return-to-work and modified-duty arrangements.
• Assist with Alchemy training assignments, employee records, completion tracking, and overdue training reports.
• Develop and maintain plant-specific training materials covering equipment safety, job procedures, GMPs, food safety, and other operational requirements.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, Maintenance, and Quality to identify training needs and improve safety practices.
• Maintain accurate records, protect confidential information, and reinforce company safety policies across all shifts.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in manufacturing safety, employee training, or a combination of both preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience with learning management systems, workers’ compensation, or OSHA recordkeeping preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour General Industry training or other relevant safety credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard identification, and risk reduction.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective employee training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidential records and work effectively with employees and management across all shifts.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and work in both office and manufacturing environments.

Location Requirement:

This position is based on-site in Hanover, PA and requires regular presence on the production floor. Relocation assistance is not available.

Why G&S Foods?

At G&S Foods, our commitment to quality and service is exemplified by our dedicated employees, who are the cornerstone of our ongoing success. We take pride in being recognized as a premier co-packer and private label manufacturer of snacks, a reputation earned through the hard work and dedication of our exceptional team members.