Manager, Environmental Health & Safety in Oakland, Mississippi at Oakland Plant

The EHS Manager is responsible for providing technical environmental, health and safety support to Ajinomoto Foods (AFNA) assigned plant(s). Essential functions include evaluating environmental, safety and health programs and coordinating Plant activities to support local and corporate objectives. The EHS Manager will influence behavior and inspire commitment on the part of all personnel in complying with Ajinomoto safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment. The EHS Manager will provide oversite to a designated plant(s) to ensure compliance with all corporate EHS programs and policies.

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, or STEM related discipline required.
• Minimum of five (5) years in an environmental, health and safety role required.
• Minimum three (3) years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the safety and health programs, policies, risk identification
  and control strategies, and federal and state regulations preferred.
• Completion of OSHA 30 course required.
• Knowledge of auditing processes (ISO, OSHA, or equivalent guideline related) preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone, or in a team environment with limited supervision.
• Strong leadership, motivational, and presentation skills required.
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