Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

ABOUT THRIVE MARKET

Thrive Market was founded in 2014 with a mission to make healthy and sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone. As an online, membership-based market, we deliver the highest quality healthy, and sustainable products at member-only prices, while matching every paid membership with a free one for someone in need. Every day, we leverage innovative technology and member-first thinking to help our over 1,700,000+ members find better products, support better brands, and build a better world in the process. We are also a Certified B Corporation, a Public Benefit Corporation, and a Climate Neutral Certified company. Join us as we bring healthy and sustainable living to millions of Americans in the years to come.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead compliance, safety, and risk management at our 361k sq. ft. Organic/Non-GMO E-commerce Fulfillment Center in Batesville, Indiana. This leader will drive regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and cultural transformation by strengthening partnerships, overseeing the Safety Committee program, and embedding proactive safety ownership throughout the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and training tailored to a high-volume food ecommerce environment. Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, FDA requirements, Non-GMO/Organic standards, and all applicable laws. Serve as the lead facilitator for the Safety Committee program, ensuring standardized structure, representation across functions/shifts, and alignment with our EHS strategy. Prepare and distribute monthly Safety Committee agendas, minutes, and action trackers; oversee Gemba walks, trend analyses, and inspections. Drive accountability by ensuring timely closure of action items, clear reporting, and committee-led employee engagement activities. Build and sustain partnerships with regulatory agencies, local health departments, and emergency responders, seeking win-win solutions that balance compliance, operational efficiency, and safety outcomes. Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and preventative action planning. Coordinate emergency preparedness drills, site safety stand-downs, and refresher training. Coach leaders and committee members to serve as visible role models, promoting a culture of accountability and recognition. Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, audits, corrective actions, training completion) and present insights to leadership. Conduct regulatory OSHA standard inspections and assessments

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field OR equivalent experience. OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain within 1 month). 5-7 years of progressive EHS experience in distribution, fulfillment, food, or manufacturing environments. Experience working directly with FDA, USDA, and other food-related regulatory agencies. Knowledge of organic and Non-GMO compliance standards (preferred).Demonstrated success leading Safety Committee programs or equivalent employee led safety initiatives. Proven ability to partner with local health authorities and emergency response teams. Strong leadership, facilitation, and communication skills with the ability to engage both hourly employees and senior leaders. Must reside or be willing to relocate within a 45-minute drive of Batesville, IN to ensure site coverage and responsiveness.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL EXPECTATIONS

Regularly engaged on the FC floor; ability to be on your feet for extended periods. Comfortable lifting typical industry-standard weight levels (up to 50 lbs). Ability to work in and move between temperature-controlled zones (ambient, refrigerated, frozen).

CERTIFICATIONS/ TRAINING

(required or ability to obtain within 3 months) OSHA General Industry Hazard Communication (GHS) Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention Emergency Action Plans Lockout/Tagout Awareness Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Ergonomics in the Workplace CPR and AED certification First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens certification Active Shooter preparedness certification •

Note:

All certifications and renewals will be funded by the company to ensure the EHS Manager has the resources to remain fully compliant and effective•

BELONG TO A BETTER COMPANY

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability) Competitive pay + equity 401k match Multiple work schedules available Opportunities for advancement. We have programs that will start you on a path and train you along the way Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform Free Thrive Market membership and discount on private label products Casual atmosphere and great people to work with We're a community of more than 1 Million + members who are united by a singular belief: It should be easy to find better products, support better brands, make better choices, and build a better world in the process. At Thrive Market, we believe in building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture. If you are excited about this role along with our mission and values, we encourage you to apply. Thrive Market is an EEO/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer At Thrive Market, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative, at all job levels, of the members we serve and the communities we operate in. We're proud to be an inclusive company and an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. If you're thinking about joining our team, we expect that you would agree! If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at eeo@thrivemarket.com and we'll be happy to assist you. Ensure your Thrive Market job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Thrive Market never seeks payment from job applicants. Thrive Market recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @thrivemarket.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.thrivemarket.com . © Thrive Market 2026 All rights reserved.

JOB INFORMATION

Compensation Description - The salary range for this position is up to $50K - $65K. Rate of pay may increase over time based upon: skill, level of responsibility, additional duties, seniority, quantity or quality of production or other legitimate, business-related factors. Total Compensation includes Base Salary, Stock Options, Health and Wellness Benefits, Relocation Assistance, and more! #LI-MR1