EH&S Specialist

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

Eligible Team Members may receive $$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share) Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program! Comprehensive benefits package;
Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions 401K with company match Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements Discounted home and auto insurance All POET Team Members enjoy A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually 'Family-first' culture Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist is the leader of environmental, health, and safety programs at the POET bioprocessing facility. This role works with other members of the local leadership team and the EH&S members to ensure a culture that prioritizes environment, health, and safety. The EH&S Specialist is the primary interface with government agencies and the local expert on environmental compliance and safety-related matters.

They are responsible for leading the implementation of POET environmental and safety management systems, including audits and inspection, incident investigations, report generation and analysis, and behavior observations. They also lead trainings and are responsible for safeguarding critical records and training documentation for the Environmental Health and Safety Program. The EH&S Specialist must also be ready to assist our Design & Construction business partners in monitoring contractor safety performance on projects at the facility.

This is an on-site role located in Chancellor, SD.

Responsibilities include:

• Champion Safety and Environmental at the facility, utilizing influential leadership skills to drive and improve the facility culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance.
• Function as the primary liaison between your bioprocessing facility and government agencies.
• Serve as the local expert resource for environmental compliance issues, including a thorough understanding of the facility’s environmental permits, hazardous waste management, stormwater, RMP, SPCC, and other applicable state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Recommend solutions to streamline processes, eliminate waste and improve sustainability of robust compliance management systems.
• Generate, analyze & submit thoughtful daily, weekly, monthly and annual safety and environmental reports.
• Coordinate and/or take samples as needed.
• Lead and coordinate incident investigations following EH&S events.
• Ensure proper documentation is completed and submitted to proper agencies when required.
• Lead and direct safety and environmental audits, incident investigations and other activities as needed throughout the facility.
• Lead safety and environmental training for a variety of people including new and existing team members and contractors.
• Remain up to date on new safety-related regulations, safety equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure written EH&S…