At JBT Marel, what we do matters; we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.
Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.
Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.
You will report to the Director of Operations.
The Opportunity
JBT Marel is looking for an Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager in US - Sabetha, KS. The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for overseeing all site-level programs related to environmental, safety and health compliance. This role manages daily EHS operations while ensuring adherence to OSHA, EPA, insurance, and corporate requirements. The EHS Manager leads the development and continuous improvement of policies, procedures, training, permitting, and record keeping to maintain a safe and compliant workplace. The role drives key EHS initiatives for the business unit, aligning efforts with company objectives and supporting ongoing performance improvements. The EHS Manager is required to maintain regulatory compliance and our right to operate.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Management
• Ensure site compliance with company policies and federal/state OSHA requirements.
• Conduct and oversee safety inspections, audits, job safety analyses (JSAs), and hazard assessments.
• Review and maintain incident reports, inspection findings, OSHA logs, and other safety documentation.
• Investigate injuries, near misses, property damage, and liability incidents; prepare required reports and support insurance or legal reviews as needed.
• Develop, deliver, and track safety training programs.
• Maintain and monitor safety-related KPIs; provide visibility to the site and lead initiatives to improve performance.
• Ensure project safety reviews are completed for site capital projects and support compliance planning for new initiatives.
• Oversee safety-related documentation such as SDS files and ensure proper distribution and accessibility.
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and employee preparedness activities.
• Manage EHS requirements for contractors and customers, including pre-work evaluations.
Environmental Compliance
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and company standards, including EPA, permitting, reporting, and record-keeping requirements.
• Manage environmental training programs and ensure completion by required personnel.
• Maintain corporate sustainability and environmental metrics.
• Support implementation of updated environmental and global regulatory standards.
• Partner with corporate teams and support environmental audits.
• Partner with site management to build a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and security awareness.
• Lead EHS initiatives for the business unit, aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including operations, field services, corporate staff, and regulatory bodies to drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead sustainability initiatives and support customer-driven environmental or safety requirements.
Travel & Location
You will work onsite in Sabetha, KS and travel up to 10% of the time.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Environmental, Health and Safety management.
• CSP certification is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in EHS or technical fields, or equivalent industry experience.
Why work at JBT Marel
We are committed to our employees and provide development opportunities. We seek to understand and include diverse perspectives and cultures, with collaborative work across global teams to deliver projects. We encourage colleagues to challenge themselves, stay curious, and grow.
Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan, with benefits available on day 1.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are fundamental values. JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to employees and qualified applicants and does not tolerate discrimination based on protected characteristics. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application or interview process; contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524 for assistance.
Employer requisition ID: 22445
Official posting and application: https://jbtm.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/JBT_Marel_Career_Site/job/US---Sabetha---Main-Street/EHS-Manager_22445
