Job Opening: Safety Manager
Description
Safety, Health & Sustainability Manager
Oxnard, CA
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Exempt | #NowHiring
Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 annually
About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-established leader in the food manufacturing and agricultural processing industry, is seeking an experienced Safety, Health & Sustainability Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and sustainability initiatives at its Oxnard facility. This role is responsible for fostering a culture of safety, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all Safety, Health & Sustainability (SHS) programs for the facility.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Conduct facility inspections and identify potential safety and environmental risks.
- Investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and deliver health and safety training programs for employees and management.
- Manage environmental compliance programs, including air permits, wastewater, hazardous materials, and sustainability reporting.
- Maintain OSHA logs, training records, and compliance documentation.
- Partner with Operations, Human Resources, and Leadership teams to promote workplace safety and employee engagement.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of Environmental Health & Safety management experience within manufacturing and/or agricultural operations.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, incident investigations, hazard analysis, and safety management systems.
- Experience leading safety training and developing workplace safety programs.
- Bilingual English/Spanish required.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in food manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, or related industries.
- Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, or equivalent are a plus.
Why Apply?
- Direct hire opportunity with a stable and growing organization.
- Competitive salary: $120,000 - $130,000 per year.
- Opportunity to influence safety culture and sustainability initiatives at a large manufacturing facility.
- Collaborative leadership environment with long-term career growth potential.