Do you love candy and snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for!

At PIM, we make the brands you love. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.

We are looking for an Environmental & Safety Specialist interested in starting a SWEET career as part of our team at PIM.

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is a supporting role reporting to the Environmental, Health & Safety Manager. The incumbent supports operations for Environmental, Health & Safety matters, creating real value for the organization by supporting identifying and mitigating risk and assisting in regulatory matters.

Support monitoring and maintaining compliance with all Federal, State, County and Local Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations, including OSHA, NJDEP, NJDCA and MCUA, in all actions, procedures and policies
Perform weekly, monthly and annual inspection for EHS Compliance
Assist with maintaining detailed log of incidents across all sites
Attend Safety Committee meetings, take minutes and ensure necessary paperwork is prepared for meetings
Provide input to develop and implement necessary EHS Policies & Procedures
Follow PIM Brands GMP and EHS Policies and Procedures and monitor associates for adherence with the same.
All other duties assigned by management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

At least 2 years in Safety, Security, and Environmental Compliance in manufacturing; Food & Beverage experience preferred
OSHA 30 Certification; OSHA 511 preferred
AED/CPR/First Aid certified with medical experience
Certifications in EHS topics such as LOTO, Forklift, Confined Space
Industrial Hygiene expertise (airborne hazards: dust, chemicals, mold, bacteria)
In-depth knowledge of OSHA General Industry and environmental standards
Fire Safety experience
Applied Ergonomics knowledge
Risk assessment and facility improvement skills
Security principles in industrial settings
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Influencing peers and strong communication skills
Willing to work all shifts; self-motivated and independent with a sense of urgency

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in biological science chemistry, microbiology, food science or manufacturing strongly preferred
Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum 5 year’s experience in QA/QC, food laboratory and/or food and beverage production required
Experience in the implementation of SQF Level 2 or 3 Program
HACCP and SQF Certified
Food industry experience required
Computer proficiency and skills in EXCEL, Word, Microsoft Office and other software programs
Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving and organization skills
Willing to be trained
Ability to read, speak, and write English is essential, fluent in Spanish and/or English are preferred

WORKSITE:

Main office at PIM Brands Pierce Street Location in Somerset, NJ
Regular visits between PIM Brands Cottontail & Randolph Locations in Somerset, NJ
Occasional visits to PIM Brands Headquarters in Park Ridge, NJ

WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER:

Comprehensive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle (*based on eligibility)
Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays
Summer Fridays between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling and crouching. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools and controls. Lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and considered to enable an individual to perform the essential job functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Job will be performed in an office environment with significant time spent on the plant floors across multiple sites. When on the plant floor, it is representative of a large, busy manufacturing operation with loud operating equipment, constant movement and traffic flow of motorized equipment. Hair net, beard net, assigned work uniform, hearing protection, eye and face protection and gloves are among the GMP and PPE required apparel that must be worn, if indicated, on the plant floor.

At least 2 years in Safety, Security, and Environmental Compliance in manufacturing; Food & Beverage experience preferred
OSHA 30 Certification; OSHA 511 preferred
AED/CPR/First Aid certified with medical experience
Certifications in EHS topics such as LOTO, Forklift, Confined Space
Industrial Hygiene expertise (airborne hazards: dust, chemicals, mold, bacteria)
In-depth knowledge of OSHA General Industry and environmental standards
Fire Safety experience
Applied Ergonomics knowledge
Risk assessment and facility improvement skills
Security principles in industrial settings
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Influencing peers and strong communication skills
Willing to work all shifts; self-motivated and independent with a sense of urgency

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in biological science chemistry, microbiology, food science or manufacturing strongly preferred
Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum 5 year’s experience in QA/QC, food laboratory and/or food and beverage production required
Experience in the implementation of SQF Level 2 or 3 Program
HACCP and SQF Certified
Food industry experience required
Computer proficiency and skills in EXCEL, Word, Microsoft Office and other software programs
Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving and organization skills
Willing to be trained
Ability to read, speak, and write English is essential, fluent in Spanish and/or English are preferred

Worksite:

Main office at PIM Brands Pierce Street Location in Somerset, NJ
Regular visits between PIM Brands Cottontail & Randolph Locations in Somerset, NJ
Occasional visits to PIM Brands Headquarters in Park Ridge, NJ

We are proud to offer:

Comprehensive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle (*based on eligibility)
Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays
Summer Fridays between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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