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About the role
Kerry has over 50 sites across North America. The Kerry-Harrisonburg facility has over 160 employees working 24/7. The successful candidate for this role is someone comfortable working on a hybrid shift (2pm-10pm) shift, but flexible to support other shifts when needed, and open to career advancement opportunities.
Key responsibilities
•  Support business strategy by ensuring EHS directives, policies, and initiatives are effectively implemented at the site level.
•  Develop and execute EHS annual objectives and continuous improvement plans with site operations management.
•  Implement new or revised EHS policies and regulatory requirements in partnership with operations.
•  Identify EHS training needs and deliver training programs for employees and management.
•  Manage environmental permits and ensure compliance with site-specific regulatory requirements.
•  Conduct regular site audits and inspections, driving corrective and preventive actions as needed.
•  Lead and support EHS incident investigations, ensuring timely communication of findings and actions.
•  Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to enhance workplace safety.
•  Track and report EHS KPIs, identifying trends and driving performance improvements.
•  Maintain accurate EHS records and documentation to ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
Qualifications and skills
•  BS in Occupational Safety & Health or related field, OR at least 3+ years of relevant experience.
•  Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, Word necessary.
•  SAP, Intelex and/or Alchemy experience a plus.
•  Experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
•  Professional certification (ASP, CSP, CIH, etc.) a plus.
•  Knowledge of EHS regulations, including OSHA and EPA Working knowledge of local EHS regulations a plus
•  Experience in Continuous Improvement a plus.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $63,000 - $103,450 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on August 14th, 2026.
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
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