Manager Environmental Health and Safety

Homestead, FL

The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for implementing and leading our safety vision at the two Homestead Cultivation locations and Homestead Processing and Packaging facility. The EHS Manager will be a leader of continuous improvement and risk management strategy through effective implementation of Safety SOPs and training to advance health and safety within our facilities.

Responsibilities:

Develop site safety programs and facilitate training for multiple work locations
Interact with personnel at multiple locations to promote the safety program
Establish and conduct new employee safety orientation
Administer and record new employee participation in the safety orientation program
Conduct or facilitate safety training in person or through Curaleaf’s LMS
Attend vendor meetings as necessary to clearly define their role within the confines of the Curaleaf Safety Program
Establish, conduct, and document regular safety meetings with staff
Conduct daily work area inspections and report findings to Regional Safety Manager on a weekly schedule – noting unsafe conditions/activities and corrective actions
Identify, evaluate, and control hazards related to greenhouse, laboratory, and packaging and processing operations
Record, notify, and prepare written report of any violations or unsafe practices to employees or subcontractors for immediate correction actions
Stop any violation or unsafe practice immediately
Investigate all incidents and generate proper reports
Establish and maintain all required job safety records
Conduct or facilitate required monthly inspections of emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, AEDs, fire alarms)
Develop and maintain emergency action plans; conduct necessary drills
Assist with the management of workers’ compensation claims
Attend staff meetings to brief the staff on project and company safety issues and to keep informed of the progress of the job

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in a safety management leadership role
Knowledge of safety principles and techniques
Knowledge of the following OSHA and EPA standards or guidelines:
Hazard Communication
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories
Lockout Tagout
Permit Required Confined Space
Respiratory Protection
Worker Protection Standard
Prevention of Heat Related Illnesses
Forklift Operations
Hazardous Waste Management and Disposal
Capable of identifying known/potential exposures and recommending corrective actions
Demonstrated ability to conduct safety training
Computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite programs
Strong management, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications and Requirements:

ASP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification
Bachelor's degree
Bilingual in English/Spanish
10% Travel is Required

Curaleaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Curaleaf is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.