Health & Safety Environmental Lead

Executive Human Resource Service; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Wellness and employee assistance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Tuition reimbursement and development

Job summary

Executive Human Resource Service seeks an Health & Safety Environmental Lead (HSE) for our manufacturing client in Idaho. The role requires strong leadership to drive zero-harm culture and compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO standards.

You will develop and manage HSE programs, lead incident investigations, perform risk assessments, and partner with plant leadership to integrate safety into daily operations. Relocation provided; salary range $105k–$120k with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years in Health, Safety & Environmental roles in manufacturing or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements and environmental reporting.
• Experience developing and managing comprehensive HSE programs.
• Experience leading incident investigations and RCA methodologies.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of Zero Harm through leadership and engagement.
• Lead implementation and continuous improvement of HSE programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal standards.
• Partner with plant leadership to integrate HSE into operations.
• Conduct routine inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and perform Root Cause Analysis.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans and track them.
• Support ISO management systems and regulatory audits.
• Deliver engaging safety training and employee development.

Skills

Leadership

Safety & Environmental Expertise

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Project Management

Incident Investigation

Risk Assessments

OSHA Compliance

EPA Compliance

ISO 14001 / 45001

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

HSE reporting systems

Job description

Health & Safety Environmental Lead (HSE) – ENG#764

Job Category: Manufacturing – Production

Industry: Food & Beverages

Location: Idaho

Relocation Expense: Provided

Salary: $105K – $120K – Based on Experience

Performance-based bonus opportunity.

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company participation
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive Health, Safety & Environmental experience within manufacturing, food & beverage production, consumer packaged goods (CPG), industrial manufacturing, or a similarly regulated production environment.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, EPA environmental requirements, state environmental agencies (such as DNREC or equivalent), industrial safety standards.
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive HSE programs.
• Experience leading incident investigations utilizing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
• Experience conducting hazard identification, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and workplace risk assessments.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance including waste management, energy reduction initiatives, environmental reporting, sustainability programs.
• Experience supporting ISO Management Systems, including ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 preferred.
• Experience supporting change management initiatives involving new equipment, production processes, or facility modifications.
• Strong knowledge of workers' compensation, injury management, and return-to-work practices is beneficial.
• Experience conducting safety training and employee development programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HSE reporting systems.
• Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
• ISO 14001 Internal Auditor
• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Must Haves

• Must be US Citizen or Authorized to Work in the United States.
• No Sponsorship Available.

Skills & Abilities

• Leadership
• Safety & Environmental Expertise
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication
• Project Management
• Technical Competencies
• Incident Investigation
• Risk Assessments
• OSHA Compliance
• EPA Compliance
• ISO 14001 / ISO 45001
• Environmental Reporting
• Safety Audits
• Hazard Analysis
• Corrective Action Management
• Emergency Preparedness
• Contractor Safety
• Industrial Ergonomics
• Energy Reduction Programs
• Waste Reduction Programs
• Safety Metrics & KPI Reporting

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of Zero Harm through proactive leadership, coaching, and employee engagement.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of all Health, Safety & Environmental programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, environmental regulations, and internal corporate standards.
• Partner with plant leadership to integrate HSE initiatives into daily operations.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and oversee Root Cause Analysis to identify systemic improvements.
• Develop and monitor corrective and preventive action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Manage the facility's incident reporting system and maintain accurate regulatory documentation.
• Support engineering and operations during new equipment installations, process changes, and capital projects by ensuring HSE considerations are incorporated.
• Develop and deliver engaging safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Partner with Safety Committees and HSE Pillar Teams to drive employee participation and continuous improvement.
• Monitor environmental performance related to waste reduction, energy consumption, emissions, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support ISO management systems, regulatory audits, and internal compliance reviews.
• Analyze safety and environmental performance metrics, identify trends, and recommend strategic improvements.
• Build strong partnerships with operational leaders to achieve full organizational engagement in HSE initiatives.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to strengthen safety systems, environmental performance, and operational excellence.

About the Employer

Executive Human Resource Service is a provider of human resource solutions for organizations of all sizes. We specialize in providing customized services to help businesses effectively manage their workforce development goals. We are privileged to present an exciting opportunity with one of the largest food & beverage manufacturers.

Why Professionals Are Interested in This Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to become a strategic leader within a high-performing manufacturing organization where Health, Safety & Environmental excellence is viewed as a business priority not simply a compliance function. You'll work alongside experienced operational leaders, influence organizational culture, and help shape long-term safety and sustainability initiatives that have a measurable impact on employees, operations, and business performance. If you are passionate about leading meaningful change, driving continuous improvement, and creating safer workplaces while advancing your career, this opportunity provides the visibility, autonomy, and professional growth to do just that.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.