ABOUT WORLDS FINEST CHOCOLATE
Worlds Finest Chocolate does more than make delicious chocolate. Since 1949, weve helped our fundraising customers raise over $4,600,000,000. These funds are used to buy playgrounds, pay for reading specialists, purchase musical instruments, fund field trips, and more. Our employees work as a team to support our companys mission : To Deliver Extraordinary Value with Fun & Purpose .
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Sr. Manager, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) to lead the EHS and security strategy for our manufacturing facility and one retail location. This senior leader will set the vision, build sustainable systems, and drive a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization.
- This role is 100% on-site in Chicago, IL reporting to the Senior Director, Quality and Technical Services.
- Schedule : MondayFriday, occasional evenings / weekends for incident response
- Travel : Up to 10% (vendor audits, retail support, professional training)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Own the EHS roadmap while leading and coaching the EHS team, safety committee, and front-line leaders to develop a network of safety championsDrive a Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) approach that emphasizes learning, prevention, and resilienceEnsure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, FSMA, Chicago, and state regulationsLead programs covering LOTO, machine guarding, electrical safety, confined space, hot work, ergonomics, and environmental permitsOversee incident investigations using root cause analysis; track corrective actions through completion and share learnings across the organizationConduct site-wide risk and vulnerability assessments for confectionery manufacturing hazards, including combustible dust and ammonia refrigerationDevelop risk-based training programs tailored by role and risk; deliver impactful and engaging sessions for all employeesPromote active employee involvement through awareness campaigns, recognition programs, and continuous improvement eventsLead emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills, first aid teams, and business continuity coordinationOversee third-party security services and manage access control, CCTV, and threat assessment processes at both the plant and retail siteQUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience7-10 years of EHS experience in manufacturing with EHS program ownershipExperience managing third-party security providers and security technologyStrong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, FSMA food defense, incident investigation, and risk assessmentProficiency with EHS software systems, data dashboards and reporting toolsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Professional certifications : CSP, CIH, CHMM, ISO-45001 Lead Auditor, CPP or PSPExperience in food or beverage manufacturingExperience with PSM-like systems (e.g., ammonia refrigeration), combustible dust, or contractor safety managementBilingual English and SpanishCOMPENSATION
Base Salary : $125,000$130,000 per yearAnnual Bonus : 10% of base salary, based on company and / or individual performanceMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceWellness Program401k MatchingHSA / FSALifeLock Identity Theft ProtectionSTD / LTDLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Worlds Finest Chocolate is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing an environment of respect and inclusivity for all employees.
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