Regional Sr. EHSS Manager - West
Ontario, CA, US, 91743
Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?
At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.
We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!
With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries
- Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
- Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
- Financial Security – A competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
- Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement, learning opportunities, and career paths in a variety of expert areas.
- Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
- Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.
We are seeking a Regional Sr. EHSS Manager (West) to join our team. As the Regional Sr. EHSS Manager, you will ensure that regulatory requirements for Environmental, Health, Safety & Security across both Canada and USA Bakeries are met and exceeded to continually reduce risk and cost associated with injuries and unsafe behaviors of our employees, contractors, and visitors and environmental fines or citations. This role will lead the effort to ensure compliance, build a strong safety/ security culture and reduce injuries and damages/ loss to property. This role requires you to be onsite in Ontario, CA four days per week, giving you hands-on collaboration with the team and daily exposure to the pulse of the business.
Compensation
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Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000
Core Accountabilities (What You’ll be Doing)
- Partner with Bakery Leadership and to drive positive cultural changes and achieve Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security regulatory compliance, organization goals/values, and continuous improvements
- Champion safety culture with zero accident mentality
- Develop, integrate, and manage written Environmental and Safety programs, policies and procedures that comply with legal and corporate policies and guidelines
- Develop and manage EHS process throughout the company
- Develop a strong relationship and facilitate employee-led behavior-based safety process in a team-based environment
- Lead Bakery Teams and conduct regular environmental and safety audits, identify, and evaluate hazards in the workplace and recommend solutions to minimize or eliminate risk
- Help manage and maintain with Bakery Teams existing Environmental Compliance programs (PSM, SWPPP, Air, Water, Waste, etc.)
- Research federal, state and local regulations to define existing and upcoming legal obligations and requirements of associated programs and policies. Experience with local Air Districts (e.g. SCAQMD, SJCAPCD), SWRCB, DTSC, CUPA, CARB rules and regulations
- Proactively identify opportunities for improvement in all areas of safety and environmental compliance
- Identify, build and manage site EHS personnel and personnel performing the activities though out the organization
- Support all accident and near miss investigations to uncover root cause and track completion of corrective actions
- Track, analyze, and report safety performance results
- Help manage workers compensation cases with Bakery leadership
- Ability travel at least 25% of the time to visit and support bakeries in both Canada and USA
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)
- 7 years comprehensive environmental and safety experience with an extensive background in manufacturing environment preferably food industry
- Bachelor’s degree in safety, or related field or equivalent experience
- Strong understanding of USA & Canadian Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations
- Experience supporting facilities in both Canada and USA is a plus
- M.S. in Occupational Safety or related discipline is good to have
- Certifications (ASP, CSP, or Canada Equivalent) also a plus
- The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions, and is occasionally exposed to traffic hazards, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme cold
Our Culture & Values
At Aspire Bakeries, great people make great food—and even greater workplaces. Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future?
Apply today and become part of our team at Aspire Bakeries!
Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.
