Environmental Management System (EMS) Specialist

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of "We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World". The company's product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Process Project Engineer; the Environmental Management System (EMS) Specialist is responsible for implementing Environmental Management Systems (EMS) under the ISO 14001 standard. The position supports environmental management in ensuring compliance with local regulations, the site's environmental policy, and global requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the site's legal review to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and implements the required Action Plan.
• Implements the site's ISO 14001 certification process.
• Consolidates, tracks, and reports on environmental metrics and incidents using the tools and platforms provided by the Global Team.
• Lead efforts to improve environmental metrics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Environmental Engineering is highly preferred. Post-secondary education in Chemical and/or Industrial Engineering is also applicable.
• Knowledge of the ISO 14001 Standard is considered an asset.
• Participation in environmental audits under ISO 14001 is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of local environmental regulations is preferred.
• Must have effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all departments and all levels of the organization.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.

What We Offer():
Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.

Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.

Please note that terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact: askhr@griffithfoods.com.

Client-provided location(s): Toronto, Canada

Job ID: Griffith_Foods-JR100826

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-30T20:22:17