EHS Lead - Food Industry Clearbridge Executive Search Alexandria, VA Job Details $70,000 - $80,000 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Sustainability initiatives Injury prevention programs Emergency preparedness education Incident reporting compliance Record keeping Chemical handling safety procedures Conducting hazard assessments Bachelor's degree in food science Occupational health expertise Fire safety Workplace ergonomics Incident management Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Food processing plant experience Safety inspections for hazard identification Environmental legislation Regulatory compliance Compliance audits & assessments Environmental compliance Fire codes and regulations Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Energy control procedures Training material drafting Metrics Reporting Mid-level Environmental Science Environmental health Electrical safety procedures Manufacturing facility experience Key Performance Indicators Full Job Description Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, training materials, and performance metrics to support a safe and compliant food production environment Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across production, warehouse, maintenance, refrigeration, and chemical handling areas, while driving corrective actions to closure Lead incident investigations, near-miss reviews, root cause analyses, and injury recordkeeping to prevent future occurrences and improve workplace safety Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, fire code, and other regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records, permits, reports, and audit-ready documentation Deliver and support safety training programs covering PPE, hazard communication, LOTO, machine guarding, forklift safety, chemical handling, ergonomics, emergency response, and safe work practices Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety culture, support environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives, and enhance emergency preparedness and response programs Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Food Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience 2-4 years of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience, ideally within food manufacturing, processing, warehousing, cold storage, or industrial operations Solid understanding of OSHA, EPA, and relevant state and local safety and environmental regulations Proven experience conducting safety audits, incident investigations, risk assessments, corrective action management, and employee safety training Knowledge of workplace hazards in food production environments, including machinery, chemicals, forklifts, refrigerated areas, repetitive motion risks, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures Ask for: Aarti Manchanda Clearbridge Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements