EHS Technician — Safety & Compliance Champion

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional to manage data, support inspections, and ensure regulatory compliance at our San Leandro facility. The role encompasses documenting incidents, maintaining records, and coordinating safety programs in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience with OSHA/Cal/OSHA considerations, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s degree or technical coursework in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Technology, Facilities, or related field preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and able to maintain accurate spreadsheets, logs, checklists, and electronic records.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collect, enter, organize, and maintain EHS data, inspection records, training documentation, and waste records.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and safety walkthroughs to identify hazards and support corrective actions.
• Inspect, stock, and maintain safety equipment and supplies including PPE, eyewash, showers, spill kits, and logs.
• Support risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and entry procedures; gather field data and document observations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Data collection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or technical coursework in EHS/Facilities

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional to manage data, support inspections, and ensure regulatory compliance at our San Leandro facility. The role encompasses documenting incidents, maintaining records, and coordinating safety programs in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience with OSHA/Cal/OSHA considerations, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.