Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to join our team at our Columbus / Gahanna, OH food manufacturing facility. With a strong “Safety First” mindset, this role is instrumental in fostering a culture of proactive safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and administers safety and compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulations and safety goals.
• Investigates incidents, performs root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions, including training and disciplinary measures.
• Develops and communicates safety practices, ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Builds cross-functional partnerships to design processes and equipment that minimize risks and ensure safety.
• Coordinates and facilitates safety committee meetings, employee engagement, and risk management programs, including compliance reporting to regulatory bodies (EPA, OSHA).
• Oversees audits, hazard analysis, and management of change, ensuring documentation and timely completion of audit recommendations.
• Conducts safety inspections, fire protection system monitoring, training development, and liaises with regulatory agencies for inspections and compliance.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 3 years related experience.
• Working knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and other State or Federal program requirements.
• Work experience or education in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, and/or Industrial Safety and Health.
• Must be willing to obtain training in safety, PSM and environmental regulations and related programs.
• Experience with plant operations and processes preferred. Able to work in both hot and cold environments.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $58,500 to $97,500 annually with eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.