Hands-on EHS Manager: Plant Safety & Compliance

Weaver Popcorn, Inc.; Van Buren (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead EHS strategy and programs across two Van Buren manufacturing plants. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role, partnering with plant leadership to reduce risk and strengthen safety culture.

The role requires a 5+ year track record in EHS within manufacturing, strong regulatory knowledge, and a practical, people-focused approach. On-site leadership is essential for a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience applying safety and environmental regulations, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and business judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS strategy, priorities, goals, and programs across two Van Buren plants.
• Own and advance the Safety Pillar within Weaver Manufacturing Excellence, integrating safety into daily operations.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, IDEM, and local requirements including permits and reporting.
• Coach leaders and team members on hazard recognition, safe work practices, and accountability.
• Lead safety programs and risk-reduction for machine safety, hazardous energy, PPE, and other hazards.
• Lead investigations of injuries, near misses, and environmental events with root-cause analysis.
• Conduct risk assessments for new equipment, materials, processes, and capital projects.
• Oversee EHS training, emergency preparedness, contractor safety, and metrics.
• Partner with People Department on injury case management and workers’ comp.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Business judgment

Hands-on leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental science, engineering, industrial hygiene, or related field

Job description

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead EHS strategy and programs across two Van Buren manufacturing plants. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role, partnering with plant leadership to reduce risk and strengthen safety culture.

The role requires a 5+ year track record in EHS within manufacturing, strong regulatory knowledge, and a practical, people-focused approach. On-site leadership is essential for a 24/7 operation.