Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager in Woodland, California at Pacific Coast Producers

Pacific Coast Producers | Full-Time | On-Site | Exempt
Salary Range: $90,000–$150,000/year (based on experience)

Are you ready to lead a team that helps feed North America? Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative, is seeking a hands-on and strategic Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to join our production facility in Woodland, California.

This is an opportunity to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives in a supportive environment where your leadership directly contributes to making affordable, high-quality food for millions of families across North America. At PCP, we invest in our people and promote from within, offering stability and career growth in a collaborative culture.

Our state-of-the-art Woodland facility utilizes advanced technology to process whole tomatoes into diced, crushed, stewed, sauces, and paste. With cutting-edge sorting systems and sustainable practices like a closed-loop water system and Cogen power generation, we prioritize quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the site’s environmental, health, and safety programs. You will:

• Champion EHS awareness across the facility by modeling safe behaviors and staying informed about the latest in environmental, health, and safety compliance, industry trends, and regulatory developments.
• Develop and implement EHS procedures, policies, and guidelines to ensure adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to monitor compliance and identify potential risks.
• Collaborate with employees and management to mitigate hazardous conditions and unsafe practices promptly.
• Serve as the primary EHS point of contact for third parties, including neighboring businesses, local councils, and regulatory bodies.
• Participate in incident investigations, manage Workers’ Compensation claims, assist with case management, and help develop and implement corrective actions while ensuring thorough completion of related reports.
• Prepare and present EHS reports as requested.
• Deliver EHS training and participate actively in operational and committee meetings.
• Facilitate emergency evacuation procedures and other safety drills.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support the facility’s EHS objectives.

What You Bring

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant EHS experience in a food production, or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Previous manufacturing experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Occupational Health and Safety Certification.
• ASP/CSP Certification.
• Knowledge of both environmental and safety compliance.
• Experience with PSM and RMP.
• Experience in the food and/or beverage industry

Why Join PCP?

At PCP, we take care of our people. Here are just a few of the benefits full-time employees enjoy:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.
• This position is eligible for our annual profit-sharing bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, starting the first of the month after you join us.
• Retirement plans to support your long-term security.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, parental leave, sick leave, and bereavement.
• Life and disability insurance plus an Employee Assistance Program.
• Development opportunities through online courses, classroom training, and on-the-job growth.
• The stability of a farmer-owned cooperative with more than 50 years of success.
• A mission-driven culture focused on feeding families across North America.

Salary Range: $90,000–$150,000/year (based on experience). This is a full-time, on-site role based at our production facility in Woodland, CA.

The base salary range reflects the reasonable expectation for what the company anticipates paying for this role at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on factors including, but not limited to:

• Relevant skills, education, and experience
• Job-related qualifications and certifications
• Internal pay equity
• Market conditions and business needs

About PCP Summary

Founded in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and deliver a diverse range of crops including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more. Our cooperative operates multiple processing and packaging facilities across the West Coast, supplying top-quality products to grocery retailers and foodservice distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Our facility is located in Woodland, CA, a charming city in Yolo County, known for its rich agricultural history and small-town charm. With a historic downtown area, a thriving arts scene, and close proximity to Sacramento, Woodland offers a unique blend of rural and urban living. Additionally, the city has a strong economy and a growing business community, making it an ideal place to work and grow your career.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.