Senior Safety Specialist

SENIOR SAFETY SPECIALIST (EHS) - ATWATER, CA. Target Salary Range = $95,000 to $100,000 OVERVIEW: Are you passionate about building a culture where safety is a core value, not just a compliance checkbox? We're seeking an experienced, proactive Senior Safety Specialist to champion our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across multiple divisional sites. In this pivotal role, you will be the driving force behind ensuring a safe, compliant, and sustainable work environment. You'll partner with site leadership and diverse teams to minimize risk, promote health, and embed EHS into our daily operations. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Strategize & Implement: Develop and execute modern, effective EHS policies and procedures that ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.). Assess & Mitigate: Conduct regular, hands-on risk assessments, inspections, and audits to proactively identify hazards and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented. Educate & Empower: Design and deliver engaging EHS training programs that resonate with various teams and foster a safety-first mindset across the organization. Investigate & Innovate: Lead incident investigations, analyze root causes of accidents/near misses, and implement robust preventive measures to ensure they don't happen again. Collaborate & Influence: Serve as a key EHS partner, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate safety best practices into all business operations and project planning. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Experience: 5+ years of dedicated EHS experience, ideally within a dynamic manufacturing or industrial environment. Education: Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Management, or a related field. Expertise: Deep, practical knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant EHS regulations. Certification (Bonus): Professional certification such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) is a plus. Skills: Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire change at all levels. WHY TEASDALE: At Teasdale Latin Foods, our People Principles are all about Living LATIN. What is LATIN, and how do I live it? Let us fill you in. L is Learning. It emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and development within Teasdale and promotes a culture of curiosity, exploration, and acquiring new knowledge and skills. A is Accountability. This encourages individuals to take ownership of their actions and responsibilities, promoting a sense of personal and collective accountability ensuring we understand how to achieve our goals. T is Teamwork. It emphasizes the value of diverse perspectives, collective problem-solving, and synergy among team members, enabling us to achieve greater outcomes by leveraging the strengths and expertise of our employees. I is Innovation. This promotes an environment where we are empowered to think outside the box, challenge the status quo, and seek innovative solutions to problems, fostering an atmosphere of adaptability and openness to change. N is Nurturing. It emphasizes the importance of supporting and developing our employees' well-being, growth, and potential, showing that we care and are willing to invest in their long-term success and satisfaction. We believe in finding the right people for the right roles and helping them to build careers. If this sounds like a place you'd like to be, hit apply! Still not convinced? What about: Day One - Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions at 60 Days Career Growth Opportunities and Professional Development If you are passionate about being the right kind of contributor, the point person of a fast-paced diverse workforce, and a steward of great tradition, come join the family. We want people who are up for a challenge. Let's live LATIN! We are our people! We love food. Especially Mexican Food. Because of this passion, Teasdale Latin Foods understands that our people make a difference daily. Our employees are committed and excited to apply their expertise every day. From Manufacturing and R&D to Customer Service and Finance, all disciplines collaborate and strive for "Everyday Great Execution." In partnership with our Mission, Vision, and Operating Principles: we define our People Principles as living "LATIN" (Learning, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation, and Nurturing), which is how our organization will ensure we always make the right decisions for our people and the company. If that sounds good to you, search through our openings below, and let's talk.