We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide. Job Description Are you a strategic safety leader who believes that operational excellence starts with a culture of zero incidents? Do you thrive in environments where you can influence change, build strong partnerships, and drive meaningful impact across an organization? We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager at our site in Aurora, Missouri to champion our safety-first culture while advancing environmental stewardship and regulatory excellence. This is more than a compliance role — it’s an opportunity to shape strategy, empower teams, and create a workplace where people and performance thrive together. The Impact You’ll Make As our EHS Manager, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and a passionate advocate for employees. You will design and lead programs that protect our people, safeguard the environment, and support operational success. Strategic Leadership & Culture Building Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS strategies, programs, and policies. Champion a proactive Zero Incident culture through engagement, visibility, and leadership collaboration. Lead safety committees and cross-functional teams to drive measurable improvements. Track and communicate leading and lagging indicators to inspire performance and accountability. Risk Management & Continuous Improvement Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, and job safety analyses. Drive incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions that prevent recurrence. Ensure proper selection and implementation of engineering controls and PPE. Manage EHS budgets and capital investments to support long-term safety and environmental initiatives. Training & Workforce Development Design and deliver impactful EHS training for employees, supervisors, new hires, and contractors. Coach and influence leaders at all levels to strengthen safety ownership and accountability. Environmental & Regulatory Excellence Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.). Serve as the primary liaison for regulatory agencies, inspections, and audits. Manage environmental programs including waste, emissions, stormwater, hazardous materials, and wastewater. Maintain permits, reporting requirements, and compliance calendars. Drive environmental sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives. Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity Lead emergency response planning and drills. Partner with Operations and Quality to maintain crisis management and business continuity plans. What You Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5–7 years of progressive EHS experience. Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of EHS leadership experience in industrial/manufacturing environments. Experience in wastewater management. Demonstrated success leading cultural transformation initiatives. The Leader We’re Looking For You are: A confident decision-maker who leads with both courage and collaboration. Highly knowledgeable in safety, health, and environmental regulations. Skilled at influencing without direct authority. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Customer-focused while holding firm on safety standards. Responsive, proactive, and able to balance thoughtful planning with urgency. Able to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, actionable solutions. Why This Role Matters This position plays a critical role in protecting our people, strengthening our operations, and reinforcing our commitment to environmental responsibility. You’ll have the visibility, autonomy, and executive partnership needed to drive meaningful change. If you’re ready to lead from the front, inspire a culture of safety, and leave a lasting impact — we’d love to connect with you. Apply today and bring your expertise, leadership, and passion for safety to a team committed to operational excellence and environmental stewardship. AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status. For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri, USA, AFB has offices and production facilities strategically positioned around the globe in the United States, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, the Netherlands, China, and Australia. Our organization is comprised of a variety of departments including research & development, manufacturing & operations, quality assurance and sales & marketing. AFB is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc., a privately-held, family-owned, professionally managed technical business that traces its roots back more than 175 years. Above all else, AFB International values its employees, its customers, the animals they serve and the communities in which we do business. The cornerstone of our enduring legacy is stated in the EBI Core Values. AFB's global headquarters instituted a dog-friendly workplace, and the benefits have far exceeded our expectations! The biggest changes we have noticed around the office are: Having dogs here makes us move! Now we have a reason to get up and take a walk outside for some fresh air. It’s amazing how we don’t do this when we are alone but leave it to Fido to make us get up and get in a little exercise. Having dogs here makes us talk! Who needs an icebreaker when you see fellow colleagues walking their beloved pooch? How can you walk by a wagging tail? The dogs make you stop and say hi. Many relationships have been strengthened by having dogs at work. Having dogs here makes us happy! In a fast-paced workplace, it’s easy to get lost in the daily grind. It’s amazing how many colleagues swing by the office of someone with a pet just to get some fur therapy. They put a smile on your face and remind you to not sweat the small stuff. Join AFB’s team of experts at our blog site to access and exchange information about the research, trends, and innovations moving the global pet food industry forward. Go to Blog

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