JOB TITLE: EHS Manager (Environmental, Health & Safety) REPORTS TO: HQ EHS Manager Job Type Full Time Employee, Exempt DEPARTMENT: HR LOCATION: Gainesville, GA SUMMARY: The EHS Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of occupational safety and environmental compliance at a high-volume bakery manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, Georgia EPD requirements, and corporate EHS policies while driving a strong safety culture across the organization. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Develop, implement, and manage safety programs in compliance with OSHA standards and state/local regulations. • Lead workplace hazard identification, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and risk assessments. • Conduct and oversee safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. • Manage core safety programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, confined space entry, ergonomics and repetitive motion prevention, fall protection and ladder safety, PPE program, and bloodborne pathogens/first aid readiness. • Direct the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems. • Oversee plant safety and environmental programs to ensure 100% compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards. • Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors, including new hire orientation, refresher training, and task/equipment-specific instruction. • Lead Safety Committee meetings and ensure employee feedback is incorporated into continuous improvement. • Support emergency preparedness activities including evacuation planning, fire drills, and coordination with local EMS and Fire authorities. • Maintain documentation and reporting for safety metrics (TRIR, DART, Lost Time), incidents, and compliance requirements. • Manage OSHA recordkeeping and logs (300, 300A, 301) and track injury rates. • Ensure site readiness for regulatory inspections by OSHA, Fire Marshal, or other agencies. • Ensure compliance with Georgia EPD and local environmental regulations related to air, water, waste, stormwater, and hazardous materials. • Coordinate environmental permit maintenance and updates. • Perform physical activities including lifting up to 45 lbs, climbing ladders, and using aerial or scissor lifts as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field required. • 8-10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing environments (food industry preferred). • 2-3+ years of direct team management or supervisory experience in an EHS capacity. • Strong working knowledge of OSHA General Industry Standards. • Proven experience in injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and safety training. • Experience with EHS software tools and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). • Construction safety experience is a plus. • Senior Professional certifications highly preferred: CSP, CIH, or CHMM. • ASP or OSHA 30-Hour Certification is a plus. • Bilingual in English and Korean preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES: • Proficient in Windows operating environment. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and MS Teams.