Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator

Ventura Foods

EHS Coordinator supporting Ventura Foods’ food manufacturing safety and environmental compliance in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Conducting training, inspections, investigations, and sustainability initiatives.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeSaint Joseph • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 - $39 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program implementation, OSHA and EPA compliance, and training methodologies. Capable of conducting safety inspections, accident investigations, and maintaining compliance documentation while fostering a culture of safety and incident reduction.

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EHS Program ImplementationOSHA ComplianceTraining MethodologiesAccident InvestigationProject Management

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Hard Skills

EHS ComplianceAccident InvestigationRoot Cause AnalysisTraining DocumentationSafety InspectionsEnvironmental ComplianceProject ManagementHazardous Material InspectionUtility Reduction ProjectsSustainability Projects

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingTime ManagementTeam-Building SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWeb-Based SystemsVisual-Aids TechnologyEHS Compliance Applications

Industry Keywords

Environmental Health and SafetyOSHAEPASafety CommitteeIncident ReductionRegulatory InspectionsTraining Curriculum Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager with planning, establishing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs
Work closely with plant personnel, including supervisors and employees
Assist with maintaining OSHA and EPA compliance with Corporate mandates
Plan and organize training; conduct training; maintain training documentation and certifications
Assist with EHS program implementation and use of EHS compliance applications
Assist with accident investigations, company reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Focus on incident reduction and improving incident rates
Identify and evaluate hazardous workplace conditions
Conduct and coordinate daily rounds to audit physical conditions and safe work practices
Provide compliance advice and counseling to employees, visitors, and contractors
Oversee regulatory inspections, including fire extinguishers, eyewash and shower stations, area inspections, egress, exit signs, environmental programs, and other audits
Conduct safety and hazardous-material inspections and maintain inspection documents and verifications
Assist with environmental compliance reports, sampling, and inspection mandates
Maintain and execute site awareness and incentive programs
Track corrective actions, sustainability projects, and utility-reduction projects
Assist with maintaining the Safety Committee
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree or equivalent, required
Minimum of one year of EHS experience, preferred
Proficient in training methodologies and curriculum development
Knowledge of communication, critical thinking, time management, and team-building skills
Strong organizational, planning, project management, problem-resolution, communication, presentation, facilitation, and motivational skills
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High-energy, enthusiastic, motivational training style
Computer literate with in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office, web-based systems, and visual-aids technology
Sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform required tasks
Ability to intermittently sit, stand, walk, climb, squat, kneel, push, and pull
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance
Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Willingness and ability to work 8–12-hour shifts, with possible unscheduled after-hours and weekend work
May be required to work outdoors and in adverse temperatures, around vibrations, operational chemicals, fumes, food allergens, confined or dark spaces, and at heights exceeding 18 feet

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth opportunities
Training and development
Safe work environment
Competitive compensation
Typical shifts are 8–12 hours per day
Employees must be provided/wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements