EH&S Lead

Where Conviviality is nod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahlúa Liqueur, The Glenlivet, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, and a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, TX, Smooth Ambler and Skrewball whiskey.

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivial ité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Worth, is $67,700.00 to $84,600.00. The range may vary if the role is outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Position Summary:

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Lead (EHS) is responsible for identifying, removing, and reducing hazards and risks. The lead will develop and implement policies that ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations and assist departments with compliance and improve the health and safety practices of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Implementation and Policy Development:

Implement and deliver initial and refresher EHS training programs to operations team members and all new hires

Conduct site risk assessments to ensure risks are identified

Work with the site leadership team to develop risk mitigation and elimination strategies to ensure a safe working environment

Manage and implement environmental, health & safety programs to meet both regulatory requirements and Pernod Ricard requirements

Help drive EHS continuous improvement efforts across the site Develop corrective action plans utilizing key stakeholders and tracking items to closure

Drive Safety Culture initiatives

Record Keeping:

Conduct incident and accident investigations to determine root cause, preventative actions and track actions to closure

Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations

Maintain required recordkeeping documents as required, ensure timely reporting for all site permits

Maintain relevant EHS logs and documentation

Data Driven:

Partner with site management to ensure applicable EHS related KPIs (accident rates, training participation, defects, etc.) are defined, tracked and measured on a regular basis. Focus should be on continuous improvement

Conducts inspections where required

Drive site environmental sustainability targets

Ongoing:

Coordinate the purchase, proper use, maintenance, and inspection of necessary safety and personal protective equipment

Provide assistance and advice on EHS issues and make recommendations to area managers

Ability to work with employees and achieve safety cultural progression, maintain positive and proactive relations with managers and employees

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required

Experience:

5+ years of safety management experience, preferably in manufacturing

Familiarity with reference standards (NFPA, OSHA, DISCUS, ANSI).Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and facilitate learning

Public speaking skills Proficiency with computer applications and Microsoft products

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When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts…