Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Dy. Manager / Manager - EHS with strong exposure to food manufacturing environments, particularly namkeen/snack plants. The role is responsible for end-to-end Environment, Health & Safety compliance, including ETP, STP operations, waste management (plastic & other wastes), statutory liaison with GPCB/CPCB, and contractor safety management. Preferably M.Sc. / Degree / PG Diploma in Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) or equivalent. Additional certifications in Industrial Safety / Environmental Management preferred
Experience & Skill Requirements

• 5-10 years of EHS experience in food manufacturing / FMCG, preferably namkeen/snacks
• Strong hands-on exposure to ETP, STP and pollution control compliance
• Practical experience dealing with GPCB / CPCB inspections and submissions
• Knowledge of Plastic Waste Management Rules and waste disposal practices
• Experience managing on-roll and contract workforce
• Good documentation, coordination and stakeholder management skills

Key Competencies

• Strong compliance and execution orientation
• Ability to work independently with ownership
• Effective liaison with government authorities
• High integrity and attention to detail
• Candidates with direct namkeen/snack manufacturing plant exposure and proven handling of ETP/STP, plastic waste and GPCB audits will be strongly preferred. The position demands a hands-on professional capable of independently managing compliance in a high-volume, promoter-driven manufacturing setup

Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Environment, ETP & STP Management

• Overall in charge of ETP and STP operations, ensuring continuous compliance with GPCB & CPCB norms
• Lead and supervise the EHS team (3 on-roll + 10 contract workers) and daily operations
• Monitoring inlet/outlet water parameters, sludge generation, chemical dosing and process efficiency
• Maintaining operational logs, lab reports, statutory registers and compliance records
• Handling Consent to Establish / Consent to Operate, amendments and renewals
• Coordination during inspections by Pollution Control Boards and other authorities

2. Waste Management (Namkeen Plant Focus)

• End to end management of solid, liquid, hazardous and plastic waste generated in namkeen manufacturing
• Implementation of Plastic Waste Management Rules, including coordination for EPR compliance where applicable
• Management of packaging waste such as plastic films, laminates, pouches and wrappers
• Safe handling and disposal of ETP sludge, used oil, chemical containers and hazardous waste
• Liaison with authorized waste vendors/recyclers and maintenance of manifests and records
• Conducting periodic waste audits and supporting waste reduction initiatives

3. Health & Safety Management

• Implementation and monitoring of EHS policies, SOPs and safety standards across the plant
• Conducting safety audits, risk assessments (HIRA) and hazard identification
• Ensuring compliance related to machine safety, fire safety, electrical safety and PPE usage
• Planning and execution of mock drills, emergency response plans and safety trainings
• Investigation of accidents, incidents and near-misses with corrective and preventive actions
• Compliance with Factories Act and applicable safety legislations

4. Food Industry-Specific EHS Compliance

• Alignment of EHS practices with food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements
• Coordination with Production, QC and Maintenance teams to avoid EHS-related food quality risks
• Safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicals used in processing, sanitation and ETP operations
• Ensuring EHS preparedness for customer audits, third-party audits and statutory inspections

5. Contractor & Workforce Safety Management

• Safety induction, supervision and monitoring of contract workers deployed in ETP, STP and waste handling areas
• Ensuring statutory documentation, PPE compliance and safe work practices
• Coordination with HR/Admin for contractor compliance, renewals and records

6. Documentation, Reporting & Audits

• Maintaining all statutory EHS documentation, registers and compliance trackers
• Preparation of monthly/quarterly EHS MIS and management reports
• Handling internal audits, external audits and regulatory inspections
• Timely closure of audit observations and non-compliances

For further details please call Megha on 9377677857 or you can mail your candidature on megha@postaresume.co.in

Skills Required