• Environmental Health & Safety Manager

    Winland Foods (Lee's Summit, MO)


    Position Summary:

    We are seeking a dynamic Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) professional capable of driving workplace transformation, building high-performing teams, and sustaining exceptional safety results. The role focuses on developing and implementing strategic EHSS initiatives, establishing a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

    Employee Type:

    Full time

    Location:

    MO Lee’s Summit

    Job Type:

    Environmental Health & Safety

    Job Posting Title:

    Environmental Health & Safety Manager

    Job Description:

    **Schedule** : Mon- Fri, availability to work off shift and weekends as needed

    **Work Location** : 200 NW Victoria Drive, Lee's Summit MO

    **Benefits** : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) with match, STL/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection plan, Legal and Critical Illness.

    **Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** $93,000 to $158,000 annual with additional bonus potential.

    Position Responsibilities:

    + Provide strategic direction and oversight on environmental, occupational health, safety, industrial hygiene, occupational medical, and security issues, aligned with Corporate EHSS & Risk Management.

    + Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, state, and local regulations and internal standards, driving continual improvement towards an incident-free environment.

    + Support safety-related regulatory compliance, updating and implementing company and divisional safety policies/standards.

    + Lead cross-functional teams to address EHS and security issues, advise site leadership on strategies, and implement mitigation plans.

    + Oversee incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified, and trends are analyzed for prevention.

    + Manage site regulatory reporting, monitor metrics, and implement programs to address undesirable trends.

    + Act as the EHS liaison for applicable regulatory agencies and internal functions such as Engineering and Maintenance.

    + Participate in EHS & Risk Management networks and represent the site in developing and implementing consistent practices organization-wide.

    + Support worker’s compensation loss control programs and ensure injured employees receive timely medical care by accompanying them to Medical Provider Visits.

    + Oversee the plant's safety, EHS audits (internal and external), and program revisions.

    OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Participate in safety orientations for employees, plant hearing conservation program, annual audiometric testing, and Lead Round Table review calls with EHS Leaders

    + Maintain industrial hygiene monitoring, Lockout-Tagout instructions, and the Plant SDS Program.

    + Log audits, task completions, and injury records using EHS data management software.

    + Coordinate the Plant Safety Committee and participate in divisional safety meetings.

    + Maintain oversight across multiple shifts to ensure visibility and engagement.

    + Travel 10-15% for EHSS conferences and project work at other Winland Foods locations.

    + Updating and maintaining PPE Records.

    + Become First Responder Certified every 2 years.

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific, Engineering, or Technical discipline required; Master’s preferred.

    **Experience:** Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.

    **Certifications:** Preferred certifications include CSP, OHST, ASP, CIH, CHMM, or REM.

    Skills and Abilities:

    + Expertise in OSHA/EPA regulations and behavior-based safety principles.

    + Strategic planning and risk assessment capabilities with familiarity with production processes, equipment, and systems commonly found in manufacturing environments.

    + Leadership and business acumen with strong facilitation, team-building, and presentation skills.

    + Familiarity with Environmental Management Information Systems and related software.

     

    Proficiency in working with mathematical concepts, including probability, statistical inference, and the fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry

    EEO Statement:

    Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

     

    Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

     

    As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

     

    By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

     

    To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.