Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist

PIM Brands; New Jersey; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Personal time off

Job summary

PIM Brands is recruiting for an Environmental, Health & Safety support role reporting to the EHS Manager. The incumbent will assist operations across multiple sites in Somerset, NJ, focusing on risk identification, regulatory matters, and policy implementation.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred) and at least 5 years’ experience in QA/QC or food production, with OSHA, SQF/HACCP certifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological science, chemistry, microbiology, food science, or manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in QA/QC, food laboratory and/or food and beverage production required.
• Experience implementing SQF Level 2 or 3 program.
• HACCP and SQF certified; food industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support monitoring and maintaining compliance with Federal, State, Local Environmental, Health and Safety regulations (OSHA, NJDEP, NJDCA, MCUA).
• Perform regular inspections for EHS compliance (weekly, monthly, annual).
• Maintain detailed log of incidents across sites and participate in Safety Committee meetings.
• Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures; ensure GMP and PPE requirements are followed.

Skills

OSHA 30 Certification

Industrial Hygiene

Risk assessment

Security principles

Effective communication

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/chemistry/microbiology/food science/manufacturing

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Do you love candy and snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for! At PIM, we make the brands you love. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.

Job Overview:

This position is a supporting role reporting to the Environmental, Health & Safety Manager. The incumbent supports operations for Environmental, Health & Safety matters, creating real value for the organization by supporting identifying and mitigating risk and assisting in regulatory matters.

• Support monitoring and maintaining compliance with all Federal, State, County and Local Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations, including OSHA, NJDEP, NJDCA and MCUA, in all actions, procedures and policies
• Perform weekly, monthly and annual inspection for EHS Compliance
• Assist with maintaining detailed log of incidents across all sites
• Attend Safety Committee meetings, take minutes and ensure necessary paperwork is prepared for meetings
• Provide input to develop and implement necessary EHS Policies & Procedures
• Follow PIM Brands GMP and EHS Policies and Procedures and monitor associates for adherence with the same.
• All other duties assigned by management

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in Safety, Security, and Environmental Compliance in manufacturing; Food & Beverage experience preferred
• OSHA 30 Certification; OSHA 511 preferred
• AED/CPR/First Aid certified with medical experience
• Certifications in EHS topics such as LOTO, Forklift, Confined Space
• Industrial Hygiene expertise (airborne hazards: dust, chemicals, mold, bacteria)
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA General Industry and environmental standards
• Fire Safety experience
• Applied Ergonomics knowledge
• Risk assessment and facility improvement skills
• Security principles in industrial settings
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Influencing peers and strong communication skills
• Willing to work all shifts; self-motivated and independent with a sense of urgency

Education, Experience And Training

• Bachelor’s degree in biological science chemistry, microbiology, food science or manufacturing strongly preferred
• Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum 5 year’s experience in QA/QC, food laboratory and/or food and beverage production required
• Experience in the implementation of SQF Level 2 or 3 Program
• HACCP and SQF Certified
• Food industry experience required
• Computer proficiency and skills in EXCEL, Word, Microsoft Office and other software programs
• Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Willing to be trained
• Ability to read, speak, and write English is essential, fluent in Spanish and/or English are preferred

Worksite

• Main office at PIM Brands Pierce Street Location in Somerset, NJ
• Regular visits between PIM Brands Cottontail & Randolph Locations in Somerset, NJ
• Occasional visits to PIM Brands Headquarters in Park Ridge, NJ

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Job will be performed in an office environment with significant time spent on the plant floors across multiple sites. When on the plant floor, it is representative of a large, busy manufacturing operation with loud operating equipment, constant movement and traffic flow of motorized equipment. Hair net, beard net, assigned work uniform, hearing protection, eye and face protection and gloves are among the GMP and PPE required apparel that must be worn, if indicated, on the plant floor.

Physical Demands/ Essential Job Functions

Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling and crouching. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools and controls. Lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and considered to enable an individual to perform the essential job functions.

We are proud to offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle (*based on eligibility)
• Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays

Awards & Accolades:

• #10 Candy Company in North America
• #26 Global Candy Company
• Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.
• 2024 Advocate of the Year Award
• Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024
• Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine 2024
• Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market
• Top 50 Employer in New Jersey

PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer

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