Operations Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Fresno

Job Summary

The Operations Environmental Health and Safety Specialist I will report directly to the Fresno Plant Manager, with a dotted line to other South Valley operations leaders. This position will be responsible for a variety of environmental and safety activities, as well as reporting and data analysis/entry functions, all in support of multi‑facility regulatory compliance assignments. It assists in the management of site‑specific regulatory permit programs and communicates with regulatory agencies, manages safety and environmental contractors and consultants, and coordinates with the Corporate EHS Department for program management.

• Support Plant Management and the company’s EHS Department with all aspects of regulatory compliance and program management.
• Manage environmental and safety projects with internal staff and external contractors/consultants at individual sites, including review and interpretation of compliance data.
• Manage permit activities associated with USEPA, OSHA, CalEPA, Cal OSHA, Local Air Pollution Control Districts, Regional and State Water Resources Control Boards, County Environmental Health Agencies, and FDA.
• Work directly with plant personnel to manage permits including Waste Discharge Requirements, Supply Water Permits, Title V and Non‑Title V Air Permits, RMP/PSM/Cal ARP, Hazardous Material and Waste Facility Registrations, and Refrigerant Management Program.
• Ensure timely completion of activities and tasks assigned through the company EHS Management System.
• Assist in managing and maintaining the current and accurate condition of regulatory documentation.
• Assist in the preparation and submittal of regulatory reports.
• Attend and assist sites, as needed and available, with both internal and external EHS audits.
• Assist site management in the application and management of wastewater land application areas.
• Work with and direct contracted water system operators to ensure permit compliance is maintained.
• Work with management teams to identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement projects applicable to both regulatory and operational improvements.
• Assist in leading internal safety improvement teams and initiatives.
• Conduct recurring internal safety program audits and inspections.
• Stay current with laws and regulations set forth by State, Local, and Federal agencies as it relates to Environmental Health and Safety.
• Analyze, interpret, and understand laws and regulations enacted by State, Local, and Federal agencies, assess their impact on company operations, and provide recommendations to implement lawful and cost‑effective compliance.
• Gather in‑field data from multiple facilities and compile into one central location.
• Attend, participate, and represent our company in government or private committees and industry groups in the process of formulating balanced laws and regulations affecting environmental matters.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences/management and health and safety or a related field (engineering, public health) required.
• Must be 18 or older at the time of hire.
• 1–3 years’ experience in the EHS field.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety programs and policies.
• Ability to read, fully comprehend, and implement requirements of laws, regulations, and technical documents.
• Skilled in effectively communicating orally and in writing with all internal and external individuals.
• Skilled in technical data analysis and report writing.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willing to continue to upgrade professional competence by attending appropriate seminars, meetings, and trainings.
• Supports and models all company procedures and policies.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, works effectively in a team/crew environment, and adheres to all safety regulations and operating procedures.
• Interpersonal skills to deal with Plant Workers, Plant Management, Company Management, and Regulators.
• Ability to travel frequently between facilities, industry meetings, and events.
• Prioritizes while adapting to changing priorities.

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