Plant EHS and Security Manager

Tillamook County Creamery Association; Umatilla (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading dairy producer in Oregon is seeking a Plant EHS & Safety Manager to ensure the health and safety of all employees. This role is key in driving strategic EHS direction and compliance across the facility. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in EHS functions. This position offers an opportunity to shape a world-class EHS culture while contributing to employee engagement and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the EHS function.
• Strong computer proficiency required.
• Ability to conduct audits and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute employee engagement strategies for EHS.
• Administer site EHS programs and compliance.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation processes.

Skills

EHS Program Management

Regulatory Compliance

Employee Engagement

Training Development

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

SharePoint

Job description

Plant EHS & Safety Manager

Come join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we Play to Win to create over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese and frozen meals. Our Uncompromising Quality has led us to become the #1 Cheddar, #2 Cream Cheese and #3 Family Size Ice Cream brand, but we’re not stopping there. We’re loading up for our best years to come and want you to join us.

As a farmer‑owned cooperative since 1909, we know that being Good Stewards for our stakeholders and doing a little extra always pays off. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset who are inspired to share the delight of the Tillamook brand with each other and others every day.

What you will do

The Plant EHS Manager is responsible for protecting the health and safety of all TCCA employees while championing environmental stewardship and ensuring full regulatory compliance. As a key member of the Boardman Site Leadership Team, this role helps shape and drive the site’s vision, strategic direction, and performance objectives toward achieving a world class EHS culture.

Here’s a day in the life

• Develop and execute TCCA’s strategy for proactive employee engagement in EHS programs using industry best practices and regulatory guidance.
• Administer all site EHS programs—including training, workers’ compensation, incentive programs, and compliance with OR ‑ OSHA, OR ‑ DEQ, and U.S. EPA regulations—to support corporate EHS objectives.
• Conduct EHS audits, inspections, and hazard assessments to identify risks and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop, deliver, monitor, and audit EHS and security training to ensure all employees meet annual compliance requirements.
• Support and guide the site EHS Committee, ensuring strong communication, engagement, and follow‑through on action items.
• Assist in developing, tracking, and reporting EHS metrics that highlight trends, improvement opportunities, and progress on goals.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation processes, including injury investigations, case tracking, medical appointments, and return‑to‑work documentation.
• Administer and continuously improve site‑specific and shared security programs, ensuring alignment with corporate policies.
• Partner with site leadership to enhance EHS awareness, accountability, and understanding of EHS responsibilities across the facility.
• Stay current on regulatory requirements and industry trends to promote informed employee involvement and maintain compliance.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5 years’ experience in the EHS function required.
• Computer proficiency and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

Working Conditions

This role operates in plant offices and department work areas located within production or warehouse environments. The workspace includes a desk and computer but may not always be temperature‑controlled and can involve exposure to loud background noise. The position requires regular entry into the production facility, including walking on uneven or slippery surfaces and navigating areas with active forklift traffic. The role requires primarily sitting, with periods of standing and walking to complete tasks. Occasional stooping, bending, and crouching may be needed for filing or accessing supplies. The position may also require occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Facility & Food Safety Responsibilities

• Follow and uphold Employee Safety policies and procedures outlined in the employee safety meetings, employee handbook, CBAs, posted in the work environment, and/or as directed by supervisory staff.
• Report any food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Follow and uphold procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party programs/audits.

Management/Supervisors

• Responsible for taking necessary action on all food safety and quality problems reported or observed.
• Ensure a trained designee is appointed to cover for absences or vacancies.

Physical requirements

• Sitting
• Standing and/or walking
• Lifting 25 lbs.
• Vision for machine or computer operations
• Hearing

Industry leading benefit and reward programs

We offer outstanding benefits to our employees. For more information, please visit the careers page: .

We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion where all employees are heard, valued and feel a sense of belonging. We rely on different perspectives, thoughts, backgrounds and cultures to inform our work, to help us be better as a brand and as an employer and to fuel our success. We are seeking talent from a wide range of diversity, perspectives, and backgrounds to join our exceptional organization and help us build our future.

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) is a Drug‑Free Workplace.

EEO TCCA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability status (including those related to pregnancy and childbirth), protected veteran status, membership/non‑membership in a labor organization, or any other characteristic protected by law.