Environment Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator

ofi; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time from Day 1

Paid Sick Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401K Match on Day 1

Career Growth and Learning

Job summary

ofi is hiring an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator to support the development and implementation of environmental, health, and safety programs on-site. You will coordinate safety training, inspections, and regulatory compliance to maintain a safe workplace.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in EHS or related fields, familiarity with OSHA rules, and proficiency with MS Office. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, and candidates should be able to manage multiple tasks and communicate

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required; some college is preferred.
• 1–3 years’ related work experience is required.
• Experience in manufacturing, environmental, health and safety, or agriculture is preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 General Industry Training is preferred.
• Working knowledge of safety and environmental laws, rules, and regulations is required.
• Familiarity with Safety and Food Safety programs is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and conduct safety training sessions for employees.
• Perform regular safety inspections and audits to identify hazards or environmental impacts.
• Assist in investigating accidents, incidents, near misses and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain records of inspections, incidents, and training activities.
• Support preparation and submission of reports to regulatory agencies.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations.
• Assist in minimizing risk of job-related accidents and promote OSHA awareness.
• Provide information, signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of hazards.
• Implement use of PPE and safety equipment.
• Monitor emergency action plans.
• Assist with return-to-work/light-duty programs.
• Assist with waste management, hazardous materials handling, recycling, and environmental initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Descriptionofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions. Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs.

With deep roots in origin countries and close relationships with farmers, we help deliver quality, traceability, transparency, and resilient supply chains. By combining sourcing expertise, market knowledge, innovation, and technical capabilities, we create value for customers while driving positive impact for people and the planet.

Together, ofi employees advance our Purpose: to be the change for good food and a healthy future.

Position Summary ofi values in-person collaboration with colleagues – employees are expected to work their specific work schedule on site at their ofi location.

Reporting to the Environmental Health and Safety Manager, the Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of environmental, health and safety programs to ensure a safe working environment. This role involves coordinating safety training, conducting inspections, and assisting in compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate for this position will have previous environmental, health and/or safety experience with strong attention to risk and potential hazards.

What You’ll Do - Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and conduct safety training sessions for employees.
• Perform regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards or environmental impacts.
• Assist in the investigation of accidents, incidents, near miss and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, and training activities.
• Support the preparation and submission of reports to regulatory agencies.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal on the topic of environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Assist in minimizing the risk of job-related accidents, monitor production to eliminate hazardous activities and promote occupational health and safety (OSHA) awareness.
• Provide information, signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions.
• Implement the use of Person Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.
• Monitor emergency action plans.
• Assist in management of return to work/light duty programs.
• Assist with waste management, hazardous materials handling, recycling, and environmental compliance initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience You’ll Bring – Role Requirements

• High school diploma is required, some college is preferred.
• One – Three (1 - 3) years’ previous work experience in related field is required.
• Experience in manufacturing, environmental, health and safety, or agriculture is preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 General Industry Training is preferred.
• Working knowledge of safety and environmental laws, rules, and regulations is required.
• Familiarity with Safety and Food Safety programs is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written, is required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. Build a Rewarding Career at ofi!

The pay for this role ranges from $30.88 - $35.29 hourly and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.