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Sr. Manager Environmental, Health, and Safety
Sr. Manager Environmental, Health, and SafetyThe Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc • Chicago, IL, United States
Sr. Manager Environmental, Health, and Safety

Sr. Manager Environmental, Health, and Safety

The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc • Chicago, IL, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 champions
  • Drive a Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) approach that emphasizes learning, prevention, and resilience
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, FSMA, Chicago, and state regulations
  • Lead programs covering LOTO, machine guarding, electrical safety, confined space, hot work, ergonomics, and environmental permits
  • Oversee incident investigations using root cause analysis; track corrective actions through completion and share learnings across the organization
  • Conduct site-wide risk and vulnerability assessments for confectionery manufacturing hazards, including combustible dust and ammonia refrigeration
  • Develop risk-based training programs tailored by role and risk; deliver impactful and engaging sessions for all employees
  • Promote active employee involvement through awareness campaigns, recognition programs, and continuous improvement events
  • Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills, first aid teams, and business continuity coordination
  • Oversee third-party security services and manage access control, CCTV, and threat assessment processes at both the plant and retail site
  • QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 7-10 years of EHS experience in manufacturing with EHS program ownership
  • Experience managing third-party security providers and security technology
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, FSMA food defense, incident investigation, and risk assessment
  • Proficiency with EHS software systems, data dashboards and reporting tools
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Professional certifications : CSP, CIH, CHMM, ISO-45001 Lead Auditor, CPP or PSP
  • Experience in food or beverage manufacturing
  • Experience with PSM-like systems (e.g., ammonia refrigeration), combustible dust, or contractor safety management
  • Bilingual English and Spanish
  • COMPENSATION

  • Base Salary : $125,000$130,000 per year
  • Annual Bonus : 10% of base salary, based on company and / or individual performance
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • 401k Matching
  • HSA / FSA
  • LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
  • STD / LTD
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • EQUAL 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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