Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Summary Georgia-Pacific is seeking a self‑motivated and driven Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist to join the Safety Team at our Fort Smith, AR Dixie facility. The EH&S Specialist’s focus is estimated to consist of 80% Safety and 20% Environmental responsibilities. About the Facility Fort Smith Dixie is among the world’s leading manufacturers of paper plate and bowl products. The facility has been strong in the community for 78 years and is continuing to transform to serve both its employees and customers. What You Will Do Competing demands will require a strong approach to work, strong organizational skills, teamwork and the ability to establish, communicate and adhere to priorities. Support facility and department level risk assessments and Improvement Plan development. Assist in identifying improvement opportunities and implementing corrective actions to reduce risk. Assist in the ongoing utilization of Hazard Identification Risk Assessments (HIRA) efforts. This involves partnering with operations to lead hazard identification and risk assessment efforts and identifying/implementing corrective actions that appropriately reduce risk. Assist in the development and implementation of core EHS programs. The core elements include, but are not limited to: Lock Tag Verify, Confined Space, Emergency Preparedness, Fall Protection, Incident Investigation, Mobile Equipment, Cranes and Rigging, Personal Protective Equipment, and Safe My Life. Provide leadership and support to mill compliance system owners (CSOs) to ensure they have the knowledge and skills necessary. Prepare and conduct required regulatory training and work with facility personnel to increase awareness of safety and health issues. Be a visible presence and EHS resource in the field with operations, maintenance, and contract work groups. Participate and lead incident investigations, enhancing capability throughout the organization to conduct effective investigations that focus on learning, preventing reoccurrence and improving our capacity to fail safely. Assist in the integration and continuous improvement in Human Organizational Performance (HOP) and Save My Life (SML). Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Proven experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment Hands‑on experience implementing and utilizing Safety Management Systems Demonstrated ability to develop regulatory compliance programs and deliver training Background in managing occupational safety programs What Will Put You Ahead Bachelor’s degree or higher in Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field Professional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Benefits Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu). #J-18808-Ljbffr