Director, Corporate Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability
<div class="content-intro"><p>As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&amp;J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&amp;J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.</p></div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>POSITION SUMMARY:</strong><strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Director, Corporate Environmental, Health, Safety &amp; Sustainability (EHS&amp;S) provides strategic leadership and oversight for all environmental, health, safety, workers compensation, and sustainability programs across JJSF manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and corporate operations. This role is responsible for developing and executing a unified EHS&amp;S strategy that ensures regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, operational excellence, and advancement of sustainability goals while fostering a strong safety culture across the organization.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Reporting to the Vice President, Food Safety, Quality, EHSS &amp; Regulatory, this position partners closely with Plant Managers, Operations Directors, Supply Chain, Engineering, Human Resources, Legal, and Executive Leadership to drive continuous improvement and enterprise-wide performance in EHS&amp;S.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The position is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of risk-based analysis and for tactically developing/implementing strategies and best practice safety/environmental programs while simultaneously promoting employee health, wellness, and environmental sustainability. Position will assist in driving bottom-line EHS results through best practice initiatives, risk mitigation, employee education and training.</span></p> <h2><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</span></h2> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Develop and implement a multi-year corporate EHS&amp;S strategy aligned with company objectives and operational goals.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Establish enterprise-wide standards, policies, and procedures for EHS&amp;S performance across all manufacturing plants and distribution centers.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Identify and implement enterprise tools and systems for EHS&amp;S program management.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead the integration of sustainability into core business strategy, capital planning, and operational decision-making.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on risk management, regulatory developments, and emerging industry trends.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Environmental Compliance &amp; Stewardship</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., air, water, waste, chemical management).</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Oversee permitting, reporting, inspections, and regulatory interactions.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Drive reduction initiatives for emissions, waste, water use, and energy consumption.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead environmental due diligence activities for acquisitions, divestitures, and capital projects.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Health &amp; Safety Leadership</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Develop and sustain a positive safety culture across all manufacturing facilities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Establish leading and lagging safety performance metrics and accountability systems.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Oversee injury prevention programs, hazard assessments, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and contractor safety.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Champion continuous improvement to eliminate significant injury and fatality risks.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Sustainability &amp; ESG</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Define sustainability goals (e.g., carbon footprint reduction, waste diversion, energy efficiency).</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Oversee ESG reporting and disclosures aligned with recognized frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, as applicable).</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure compliance with emerging Extended Producer Responsibility, recycled content and packaging label laws.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Establish processes to ensure accurate and timely responses to customer ESG information requests.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with Supply Chain and Procurement on responsible sourcing and supplier sustainability programs.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead cross-functional sustainability initiatives and stakeholder engagement.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Develop corporate audit programs to assess plant-level compliance and performance.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure enterprise risk management processes incorporate EHS&amp;S risks.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage workers compensation claims and work with TPA to ensure prompt, cost-effective closure.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Develop sustainable Human Element property risk mitigation programs and ensure compliance with FM Global requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maintain crisis management and emergency response frameworks.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Interface with regulatory agencies and external auditors.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Development</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead and develop a team of corporate and site-level EHS&amp;S professionals.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Establish clear performance expectations and professional development pathways.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Build strong partnerships with plant leadership to ensure consistent program execution.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Reporting &amp; Performance Management</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Establish standardized KPIs and dashboards across all facilities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Report EHS&amp;S performance metrics to executive leadership and the Board, as required.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Benchmark performance against industry standards and best practices.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Drive data-driven decision-making and transparency.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>COMPETENCIES:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strategic thinking and enterprise mindset</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong executive presence and communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Change management leadership</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Regulatory expertise and risk management</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Data-driven decision-making</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Cross-functional collaboration</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Crisis management and problem-solving</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">High ethical standards and integrity</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent organization and time management skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Certifications (Preferred)</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) or CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Required Education:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field required.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Master’s degree (MBA, Environmental Management, or related discipline) preferred</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Required Experience:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">12–15+ years of progressive EHS&amp;S leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Multi-site responsibility required.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated success building enterprise-level EHS&amp;S systems.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience leading regulatory interactions and managing complex compliance programs.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proven track record of improving safety performance and environmental outcomes.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">15 -25% travel to manufacturing plants and corporate locations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Occasional travel to regulatory agencies, industry forums, or conferences.</span><strong> </strong></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Salary Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$160,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$175,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Disclaimer:&nbsp;This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p> <p>EEO Statement:&nbsp;J&amp;J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.</p></div>
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