EHS Manager

As an experienced and proactive Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing all EHS initiatives in a dairy processing facility. Your role will involve developing, implementing, and maintaining programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment in alignment with regulatory standards and company policies. Your deep understanding of food-grade processing, hygiene protocols, waste management, and regulatory compliance specific to the dairy industry will be crucial for success in this position. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures, and training tailored to dairy operations. - Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations such as OSHA, EPA, FSSAI, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. - Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across processing, packaging, and utility areas. - Oversee occupational health initiatives and lead incident/accident investigations with root cause analysis and CAPA. - Promote safe work practices through regular training to all departments, including cold room safety, handling of CIP chemicals, and machinery guarding. - Manage and monitor effluent treatment plant (ETP) operations to ensure discharge norms are met. - Lead emergency response planning, including fire drills, spill response, and evacuation protocols. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all EHS activities, audits, incidents, and training. - Prepare and present monthly safety performance metrics to plant leadership. Qualifications & Skills: - Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or a related field. - Minimum 3-5 years of EHS experience, preferably in the dairy, food processing, or beverage industry. - Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and GMP standards. - Certification in ISO 14001/45001, NEBOSH, or equivalent is a plus. - Strong communication and training skills. - Proficiency in EHS software and MS Office tools. In this role, you will need to demonstrate leadership and influencing abilities across cross-functional teams. Your strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a detail-oriented and proactive approach, will be essential. The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively will also be key to your success.,