EHS Coordinator

POSITION TITLE: EHS CoordinatorPOSITION STATUS: Full-Time, Permanent, ExemptLOCATION: Liberty, SCDEPARTMENT: People, Culture & EHS/Operations SupportREPORT TO: Head of People, Culture & EHSEFFECTIVE DATE: May 2026Position ProfileCérélia’s Frozen Breakfast Business Unit – US Waffle – is driving an ambitious growth strategy supported by its manufacturing facilities in Liberty, South Carolina and Hazelwood, Missouri. To support the continued expansion and operational excellence of our Liberty facility, we are seeking a proactive and dedicated EHS Coordinator to join our team.We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented, and people-focused safety professional who is passionate about creating and maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong knowledge of workplace safety practices with the ability to engage employees, influence behaviors, and drive a culture of safety across all levels of the organization.This is not a desk-only safety role. The EHS Coordinator will be highly visible on the production floor, working closely with employees, supervisors, and leadership to identify risks, implement practical solutions, and ensure safety is embedded in daily operations.The successful candidate will support safety programs, training, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives, while helping the organization achieve its goal of zero incidents. We are looking for someone who brings both technical understanding and a strong commitment to people. Someone who believes that a safe workplace is the foundation of operational success.This position reports directly to site leadership and plays a key role in fostering a proactive, accountable, and safety-first culture.Primary Responsibilities2) Risk Assessment and Hazard Prevention3) Incident Management4) Training and Safety Culture5) Metrics, Reporting, and Cross-Functional Partnership Regulatory ComplianceSupport compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, state, local, and company EHS requirementsMaintain and update EHS programs, procedures, permits, and compliance recordsMaintains OSHA logs, incident records, training records, and audit documentationParticipate in regulatory inspections, internal audits, and third-party auditsMonitor changes in applicable regulations and recommend program updatesConduct routine safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments throughout the facilityIdentify unsafe conditions and behaviors and partner with leadership on corrective actionsSupport risk reduction initiatives involving machine guarding, lockout/tagout, PPE, ergonomics, chemical safety, powered industrial trucks, contractor safety, and walking-working surfacesAssist departments in developing safe work practices, JSAs, and job hazard analysesLead and/or support the investigation of incidents, near misses, first aid cases, and property damage eventsConduct root cause analysis and develop effective corrective and preventive actionsTrack corrective action closure and verify completion in the fieldPrepare incident trend reports and communicate findings to leadershipDeliver or coordinate EHS training for new hires, transferred employees, supervisors, and plant teamsSupport annual and periodic training requirements and maintain accurate completion recordsFacilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and awareness campaignsPromote employee engagement in observations, hazard reporting, and plant safety initiativesConduct shelf-life, performance, and quality testing to validate products and support decision-makingTrack key safety performance indicators and prepare weekly and monthly EHS reportsMaintain action logs, inspection findings, training records, and compliance calendarsPartner with operations, maintenance, engineering, HR, QA, sanitation, and supervisors to sustain daily execution of safety expectationsSupport workers’ compensation, return-to-work coordination, and case follow-up, as applicableCore CompetenciesDrive High Performance: Establishes clear accountability for outcomes. Demonstrates focus and discipline in planning and execution. Acts with speed, agility and demonstrates a sense of urgency to keep momentumCollaborate: Builds and maintains strong relationships and makes commitments to others and follows through. Actively listens and communicates openly. Engages constructively in debates. Supports and executes decisions once madeCan-do attitude: Demonstrates a positive, solution-focused approach, actively seeks out opportunities to improve processes, and readily tackles challenges with resilience and enthusiasm. Thrives in dynamic environments and is motivated by delivering impactful resultsInnovate: Challenges the status quo by pro-actively identifying opportunities for improvement. encourages sharing best practices, creativity, and experimentation; learns from setbacks and adapts quicklyAccuracy and Attention to Detail: Exhibits precision and thoroughness, consistently producing reliable work. Demonstrates diligence in reviewing data, identifying discrepancies promptly, and ensuring adherence to high standards of quality and complianceQualificationsEducation Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field preferredEquivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be consideredExperience2–5 years of EHS experience in manufacturing, food manufacturing, distribution, or industrial operations preferredExperience with OSHA compliance, incident investigation, safety inspections, and trainingExperience partnering directly with operations leadership and front-line supervisorsKnowledge and CertificationsWorking knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation methods, root cause analysis, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE, hazard communication, ergonomics, and general industrial safety practicesBasic environmental compliance and energy conservation knowledge is a plusPreferred certifications: OSHA 30, ASP, GSP, CSP, CHMM, First Aid / CPRSkills And CompetenciesStrong hazard recognition, analytical ability, and written/verbal communicationAbility to influence leaders and employees without direct authorityStrong documentation, organization, judgment, and follow-throughProficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systemsPhysical RequirementsConstant walking and standing for an extended period of timeAble to lift up to 25lbsMust be able to wear required PPEPowered by JazzHRDhGsjNDUbo