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Russell Stover Chocolates

EHS Manager

Russell Stover Chocolates, Corsicana, Texas, United States, 75110

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Overview Russell Stover Chocolates has been a leading manufacturer of boxed, seasonal, and sugar‑free chocolates for over 100 years. We produce over 55 million pounds of chocolate annually and operate 13 company‑owned stores and more than 9,000 wholesale accounts. Join our team and help us continue bringing happiness to chocolate lovers worldwide.

Job Summary As the Manager, Environment, Health & Safety (EHS), you will be a key driver in fostering a zero‑incident safety culture. You will partner with colleagues at all levels to ensure regulatory compliance and embed EHS best practices into daily operations, driving continuous improvement across the plant.

What You Will Be Doing

Develop and lead implementation of technical and administrative EHS policies and programs across the manufacturing plant.

Champion the local Safety Pillar team; drive continuous improvement and foster a proactive safety culture.

Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements (Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Hazard Communication, CPR, First Aid, AED, etc.).

Review and update internal policies and procedures to keep them current and aligned with regulations and company standards.

Conduct hazard and risk assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and revise policies as needed.

Lead incident investigations, ensuring thorough evaluation and corrective action follow‑through.

Track and analyze incident reports, case studies, and trends to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

Prepare and deliver training materials to promote safety awareness and compliance.

Collaborate with operations and engineering to improve operational efficiencies and reduce regulatory compliance‑related cost.

Provide strategic and day‑to‑day EHS support to plant leadership and staff.

Manage Workers’ Compensation claims, reports, and transitional/restricted duty assignments.

Supervise the 2nd shift Health & Safety Supervisor.

Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and uphold food safety standards.

Identify and address potential workplace and food safety hazards, process deviations, or non‑conformities; communicate proactively with supervisors.

Document workplace and food safety procedures and maintain detailed records of monitoring, verification, and corrective actions.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an EHS related program or 4 years of experience in an EHS role.

5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations and compliance program management.

Proven track record in delivering results by influencing and working with cross‑functional teams and initiatives.

Ability to establish networks of peers in the factory to lead without direct authority.

Excellent communication skills; fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a food manufacturing environment.

Professional certifications in EHS related fields (ASP, CSP, CIH, OHST, etc.).

Transformational safety experience.

PSM/RMP experience with anhydrous ammonia.

RCRA hazardous waste compliance and hazardous materials handling experience.

Benefits & Experience Life at Russell Stover

Safety First: Emphasis on zero‑incident culture with regular safety check‑ins and continuous improvement.

Dynamic work environment featuring automated packing machines, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and chocolate candy banks.

Active & engaging work: standing, moving, climbing, lifting up to 50 lb.

Comfortable climate‑controlled environment year‑round.

Sweet aromas of chocolate and a welcoming workplace culture.

Dress code in line with GMP to maintain safety and hygiene.

Allergy awareness: exposure to food allergens.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Equal Opportunity Statement Russell Stover Chocolates is a proud equal‑opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, protected medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Employment is contingent upon I‑9 eligibility verification, passing a urinalysis drug screen, education verification, and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Make Happy. Work Happy.

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