Manager, EHSS

Aspire Bakeries; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Security

Growth & Development

Flexibility & Support

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries in Stockton seeks an EHSS Manager to lead the bakery's Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security programs and ensure regulatory compliance. You will partner with bakery leadership to identify risks, implement solutions, and protect employees, operations, and the environment.

The role emphasizes proactive safety, audits, investigations, and continuous improvement, with a salary range of $80,000–$100,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of safety leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and incident investigation processes.
• Experience conducting safety audits, hazard assessments, and corrective action management.
• Ability to influence leaders, drive accountability, and manage projects independently.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and observational skills.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with varied temps, noise, long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead all EHSS programs for the bakery.
• Drive a proactive safety culture through coaching and training.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, and OSHA reporting.
• Develop and deliver safety, environmental, and training programs.
• Monitor EHSS performance metrics and regulatory calendars.
• Partner with leadership to improve workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA regulations

Incident investigations

Audits & inspections

Training programs

Environmental health

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/related field

Tools

Intelex

Job description

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security - Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development - Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking an EHSS Manager to join our team at our Stockton bakery. As an EHSS Manager, you will lead the bakery's Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security programs, ensuring regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role serves as the primary EHSS leader for the site and partners closely with bakery leadership to identify risks, implement solutions, and protect employees, operations, and the environment.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) programs for the bakery.
• Drive a proactive safety culture through coaching, training, and leadership engagement.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews to identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, OSHA reporting, and corrective action tracking.
• Develop and deliver safety, environmental, and training programs that support operational excellence.
• Monitor EHSS performance metrics, compliance calendars, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with bakery leadership to improve workplace safety, reduce risk, and ensure continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of safety leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety compliance programs, and incident investigation processes.
• Experience conducting safety audits, hazard assessments, and corrective action management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, drive accountability, and manage projects independently.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and observational skills.
• Ability to regularly work in manufacturing environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, prolonged standing/walking, and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• 5+ years of comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in manufacturing.
• Food and beverage or food manufacturing industry experience.
• Experience designing and implementing employee learning and development programs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.
• Experience with environmental compliance programs, permitting, and EHSS management systems such as Intelex.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.