{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b0a67eeeaaefee3cf589d884","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b0a67eeeaaefee3cf589d884","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b0a67eeeaaefee3cf589d884","title":"EHS Manager","description":"EHS Manager\n\nMaking Better Happen\nOur story goes back more than 150 years, to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet.\n\nFrom our success in Scandinavia, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4000 people all across the globe.\n\nWe work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.\n\nEvery one of us works towards our shared purpose: Making Better Happen™.\n\nEverything we do is about Making Better Happen together.\nJoin nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build a better future with us.\n\nBuild a better future as a EHS Manager in Richmond, CA\nCompensation Range: $148,000 - $170,000\nPossible Bonus: 10%\n\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for technically advising and leading EH&S practices and programs to protect the employees, customers and the environment, championing comprehensive oversight for safe, compliant operations for manufacturing facilities, offices, laboratories, and pilot projects, meeting government safety regulations and industry standards, inspecting and evaluating the equipment, environment and processes. Critical to this role is being the site leader as it relates to wastewater and shipping port operations.\nYour responsibilities include\nAll hands-on Environmental, Health and Safety activities\nReview and implementation of corporate EH&S programs, policies, procedures, training, and reporting\nGuiding management of hazards associated with process safety management, ensuring comprehensive program is maintained to integrate technologies, procedures, and management practices\nDeveloping and implementing environmental strategies in the workplace, auditing and analyzing environmental practices for sustainability (including workplace pollution control, waste management and recycling) for assigned location(s).\nDirecting accident investigations, reviewing and reporting, and developing programs for improved safety performance.\nProviding employee safety training and communication programs, managing the site safety committee, contingency Planning, Emergency Response, and H&S evaluations / implementation\nSetting environmental and safety priorities and goals consistent with corporate objectives.\nSpecifying EH&S guidelines and directives for internal governance and internal controls\nActing on quantitative measurements and coordinates solutions, presentations, and detailed reporting on safety performance and continuous improvements\nDetermining and implementing improvements that provide reliable, successful EH&S programs\nYour experience includes\n8 or more years as a “hands-on” EHS leader in a plant manufacturing or similar environment is required\nBachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Occupational Health and Safety or other related field of study\nCertified Safety Professional (CSP) certification is preferred\nKnowledge of food processing, packaging, GMP, mechanical engineering, vegetable oil and hydrogen plant operations is helpful\nExperience in leading and directing the work of others with strong team orientation, ability to influence, and collaboration with all levels of leadership\nStrong analytical, critical thinking, interpersonal and communicative skills\nProficient in Microsoft Office Products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, and ERP applications\nWorking knowledge of regulatory requirements for federal and state programs, processes and program implementation strategies.\nDemonstrated experience in compliance with environmental regulations specific to the San Francisco Bay Area and with the US Coast Guard is highly desirable\nExperience and judgment to perform a variety of complex tasks\nSkilled in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail\nAbility to coach and work directly with the local plant leadership team.\nMust be able to speak, read, write English fluently to perform the essential job functions.\nAbility to work in the USA without the need for current or future work visa sponsorship\nWorking Conditions\nThe job is performed indoors and outdoors in a variety of settings including office, manufacturing floor, and warehouse. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, and smoke may occur. Protective safety clothing is required including appropriate clothing, shoes, gloves, hardhat, and safety glasses as needed. Activities include extended periods of walking, standing or sitting and work with measuring devices and other machinery.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nRegular use of a variety of measuring tools, telephone, and e-mail for communication is essential. Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is important for conversations, to receive ordinary information. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally is required. Ability to climb stairs and ladders is required for inspections of overhead areas. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines or measuring tools is required.\n\nYour rewarding career and benefits include:\nCareer paths, training and development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs offer potential for you to progress your future career\nComprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire\nHealth Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500\nWe match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3%\nFree Life and Disability insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nSupplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans\nDiscounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more\nCelebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communities\nRecognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition\n\nAt AAK we strive to maintain a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity, to create an environment where our employees can unleash their true potential. We believe that a diverse team brings new perspectives and ideas to the table and motivates us to Make Better Happen in all our endeavors. Our leadership team, as well as everyone at AAK, prioritizes the health and safety of all who join our mission. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and foster a work environment that’s welcoming and accepting so that anyone who applies or joins AAK has equal access to opportunity.","company":"Aakinternational","rawCompany":"aakinternational","city":"Richmond","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-20T12:39:16.557Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-5011.00","title":"Occupational Health and Safety Specialists","slug":"occupational-health-and-safety-specialists"},{"code":"17-2111.00","title":"Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors","slug":"health-and-safety-engineers-except-mining-safety-engineers-and-inspectors"},{"code":"11-9199.02","title":"Compliance Managers","slug":"compliance-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541620","title":"Environmental Consulting Services","slug":"environmental-consulting-services"},{"code":"562910","title":"Remediation Services","slug":"remediation-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"EHS Manager","description":"EHS Manager\n\nMaking Better Happen\nOur story goes back more than 150 years, to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet.\n\nFrom our success in Scandinavia, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4000 people all across the globe.\n\nWe work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.\n\nEvery one of us works towards our shared purpose: Making Better Happen™.\n\nEverything we do is about Making Better Happen together.\nJoin nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build a better future with us.\n\nBuild a better future as a EHS Manager in Richmond, CA\nCompensation Range: $148,000 - $170,000\nPossible Bonus: 10%\n\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for technically advising and leading EH&S practices and programs to protect the employees, customers and the environment, championing comprehensive oversight for safe, compliant operations for manufacturing facilities, offices, laboratories, and pilot projects, meeting government safety regulations and industry standards, inspecting and evaluating the equipment, environment and processes. Critical to this role is being the site leader as it relates to wastewater and shipping port operations.\nYour responsibilities include\nAll hands-on Environmental, Health and Safety activities\nReview and implementation of corporate EH&S programs, policies, procedures, training, and reporting\nGuiding management of hazards associated with process safety management, ensuring comprehensive program is maintained to integrate technologies, procedures, and management practices\nDeveloping and implementing environmental strategies in the workplace, auditing and analyzing environmental practices for sustainability (including workplace pollution control, waste management and recycling) for assigned location(s).\nDirecting accident investigations, reviewing and reporting, and developing programs for improved safety performance.\nProviding employee safety training and communication programs, managing the site safety committee, contingency Planning, Emergency Response, and H&S evaluations / implementation\nSetting environmental and safety priorities and goals consistent with corporate objectives.\nSpecifying EH&S guidelines and directives for internal governance and internal controls\nActing on quantitative measurements and coordinates solutions, presentations, and detailed reporting on safety performance and continuous improvements\nDetermining and implementing improvements that provide reliable, successful EH&S programs\nYour experience includes\n8 or more years as a “hands-on” EHS leader in a plant manufacturing or similar environment is required\nBachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Occupational Health and Safety or other related field of study\nCertified Safety Professional (CSP) certification is preferred\nKnowledge of food processing, packaging, GMP, mechanical engineering, vegetable oil and hydrogen plant operations is helpful\nExperience in leading and directing the work of others with strong team orientation, ability to influence, and collaboration with all levels of leadership\nStrong analytical, critical thinking, interpersonal and communicative skills\nProficient in Microsoft Office Products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, and ERP applications\nWorking knowledge of regulatory requirements for federal and state programs, processes and program implementation strategies.\nDemonstrated experience in compliance with environmental regulations specific to the San Francisco Bay Area and with the US Coast Guard is highly desirable\nExperience and judgment to perform a variety of complex tasks\nSkilled in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail\nAbility to coach and work directly with the local plant leadership team.\nMust be able to speak, read, write English fluently to perform the essential job functions.\nAbility to work in the USA without the need for current or future work visa sponsorship\nWorking Conditions\nThe job is performed indoors and outdoors in a variety of settings including office, manufacturing floor, and warehouse. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, and smoke may occur. Protective safety clothing is required including appropriate clothing, shoes, gloves, hardhat, and safety glasses as needed. Activities include extended periods of walking, standing or sitting and work with measuring devices and other machinery.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nRegular use of a variety of measuring tools, telephone, and e-mail for communication is essential. Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is important for conversations, to receive ordinary information. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally is required. Ability to climb stairs and ladders is required for inspections of overhead areas. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines or measuring tools is required.\n\nYour rewarding career and benefits include:\nCareer paths, training and development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs offer potential for you to progress your future career\nComprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire\nHealth Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500\nWe match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3%\nFree Life and Disability insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nSupplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans\nDiscounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more\nCelebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communities\nRecognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition\n\nAt AAK we strive to maintain a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity, to create an environment where our employees can unleash their true potential. 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