HSSE Manager - Ponchatoula, United States - Elmer Candy

Description

Join the team at Elmer Chocolate, the oldest family-owned chocolate company in America! We take pride in our factory located in Ponchatoula, which is the 2nd-largest manufacturer of Valentine boxed chocolate in North America.

• Benefit from Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans for the entire family
• Enjoy paid vacation and a 401k plan
• Participate in monthly employee appreciation events
• Indulge in free chocolate

We are currently seeking a dedicated HSSE Manager to ensure the health, safety, security, and environmental programs are always up to date and compliant.

• Responsible for educating and training employees on HSSE practices
• Conduct inspections to ensure plant and equipment safety
• Manage the transportation program for seasonal workers
• Supervise security guard staff and maintain security records

• Degree in Safety Management preferred
• 21+ years old
• OSHA Certified
• Experience in food manufacturing plant preferred

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Proficient in State and Federal Safety Requirements
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Ability to stand and walk for 12+ hours
• Regular attendance on site required
• Must be able to lift and move objects
• Pass criminal background check and drug screens

• Climate controlled manufacturing environment
• Some exposure to high heat and humidity
• Proper use of PPE required

• Enforcing company policies and employee discipline
• Managing all health, safety, environmental, and security programs
• Maintaining safety records and equipment
• Developing and updating safety plans and procedures
• Conducting safety training and drills
• Administering drug screens and responding to accidents/incidents
• Overseeing workers' compensation cases and property insurance
• Coordinating transportation program for seasonal workers
• Managing security guard schedules and incident reports

Note: Job descriptions may be subject to change at any time. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions, please let us know.