Foster a safe work environment and lead by example, adhering to and enforcing all safety and regulatory procedures. Promptly acting on unsafe situations.
Immediately report potential food safety or product quality issues to the management staff or shift supervisor.
At least 70% of time is spent in the production environment supporting a variety of EHS activities which can including:
Managing employee's safety concerns
Workplace Inspections
Risk Assessments – New and Updating
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/semiannual/annually.
Chemical approval review for safety and environmental impacts
Gather/record environmental data (Monthly air emissions, Oxidizer readings, etc.)
Periodic review of government websites for regulation changes
The balance of time is used for administrative tasks such as:
Leads Safety Team
Ensuring local authorities, regulations, rules and codes, programs and policies related to safety are observed. Including interfacing with authorities when required and ensuring accurate record keeping and reporting.
Participating in corporate safety audits and follow up.
Ensuring accident/injury investigations are completed, causes of incidents are identified and preventive action steps are completed.
Coordinating with Human Resources to ensure that all required safety training is developed, scheduled, conducted and managed according to an established timeline.
Support development of plant and individual safety goals and gathering safety metric data
Education / professional background
Bachelor's degree in Safety or Environmental or other related field preferred.
1-2 years of related experience is preferred
What We Have To Offer
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, 401K plan and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family’s needs