The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist position is responsible for implementing all policies and procedures that comprise the EHS program including, but limited to, evaluation and control of safety and health hazards in the workplace, routine hazard recognition and environmental management and also supports functions by performing routine tasks associated with inspection of necessary equipment. The position will work with managers, supervisors, and employees to minimize environmental exposures, occupational health and safety risks, teach specific safe work habits and manage compliance with applicable regulations. The position will primarily workdays but will be required to work some split shifts and on-call to cover the full plant operations, which operates 24 hours, 7 days a week. JOB DUTIES: The following are required competencies of the position that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job: Thorough understanding and broad application of safety regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques. Demonstrated proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite including; Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook, internet/intranet and other organizational specific software. Professional communications skills for both internal and external customers, co-workers, team members and consultants. Demonstrated training skills involving making presentations covering various topics. Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment. Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved. Basic understanding of equipment operations and minor troubleshooting ability. Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of confidentiality, safety, health, quality and efficiency. Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance. Ability to understand daily production needs. Demonstrated strong teamwork skills, with the ability to lead, participate and/or work directly with cross-functional teams and/or individuals. Ability to plan, initiate, direct, and carry out short and long-term programs. Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize. Detail oriented, be quality minded. Solid understanding and respect for the differences of roles between management, supervisory and line personnel. Able to perform at a high level in a fast paced environment. Maintain a valid drivers’ license. Demonstrated ability to lead and integrate safety into manufacturing activities. Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct, hierarchical control. Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Ability to seek counsel, when needed, from appropriate resources. Possess traits of honesty and integrity, creativity and flexibility.  JOB TYPE: FT/PermanentWAGE PER HOUR: 55K-65K Base of experienceHOURS PER WEEK: 40+ OVER TIME: 0-5-week, exempt positionWORKWEEK: Monday- Friday, from 8:00 AM – 430 PM.DO YOU HAVE DIFFERENT SHIFTS: No.PAYMENT DAYS: Biweekly ThursdayPAYMENT TYPE: Direct Deposit,BREAK TIMES: As needed, two rest breaks and a meal break.
