EHS Specialist

What You Will Do

• Foster a safe work environment and lead by example, adhering to and enforcing all safety and regulatory procedures. Promptly act on unsafe situations.
• Immediately report potential food safety or product quality issues to the management staff or shift supervisor.
• Spend at least 70% of the time in the production environment supporting a variety of EHS activities, including:
• Managing employees' safety concerns
• Workplace inspections
• Risk assessments – new and updates
• Safety walks with different teams and Plant Leadership
• Contractor inspections
• Programmed safety focused audits
• Management of change (machines, work areas, etc.)
• Updating safety communications and contractor safety boards
• Perform weekly inspections of hazardous waste storage areas
• Perform stormwater inspections
• Sign waste manifests
• Perform environmental/DOT training
• Prepare and submit required reports monthly, quarterly, semiannually and annually.
• Chemical approval review for safety and environmental impacts
• Gather and record environmental data (monthly air emissions, oxidizer readings, etc.)
• Periodic review of government websites for regulation changes
• Use the balance of time for administrative tasks such as:
• Lead the Safety Team
• Ensure local authorities, regulations, rules, and codes are observed, including interfacing with authorities when required and ensuring accurate record‑keeping and reporting
• Participate in corporate safety audits and follow up
• Ensure accident/injury investigations are completed and preventive action steps are implemented
• Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure all required safety training is developed, scheduled, conducted and managed on time
• Support the development of plant and individual safety goals and gather safety metric data

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental, or other related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of related experience preferred.

• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career.
• Development opportunities where your input makes a difference.
• A competitive compensation package, 401(k) plan and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family’s needs.