EHS Specialist

Supports production leadership as a strategic partner in the operation of the facility to achieve employee safety, safety compliance, environmental, human resource, quality and productivity objectives while meeting or exceeding our customer demands and expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Facilitates execution of safety policies and procedures as set forth by Marathon Cheese Corporation and local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Transportation / Federal Motor Carrier Administration (DOT/FMCSA). Advises management on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions. Plans and implements training for employees in work site safety practices and required compliance training. Daily production floor presence to build rapport and relations with all levels of the operation to drive safety culture improvement. Maintains safety files and records to be “Audit Ready at All Times”. Facilitates and performs safety surveys and inspections, prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive actions where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented. Supports, facilitates and participates in root‑cause investigation and assists in driving operational continuous improvement. Prepares incident sharing documentation for use by company personnel and senior management. Development, evaluation and upgrading of safety programs. (Keep programs current) Bloodborne Pathogen, Hazard Communication, Energy Control (LOTO) Powered Industrial Vehicle, Hearing Conservation, Confined Space Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, Walking Working Surf Aerial Lifts, Hot Work, HazWoper Risk Assessment, Contractor Safety Management Completes near‑miss, first‑aid, and accident data stratification for trend analysis. Assists with and maintains environmental programs and reporting as necessary. Prefer experience in OSHA, DOT and EPA regulatory requirements. Proficient with MS Office, communication and training skills. Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bachelor's degree with three to five years related experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing setting. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels of the organization. Ability to execute Lean Six Sigma problem solving methodologies. Must have acceptable current driver’s license for vehicle type driven.

WORK AVAILABILITY

Flexible schedule to support 24 hour operation as necessary. Must be able to travel overnight, 10% travel required. Must be available and willing to work some weekends and holidays determined by business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Marathon Cheese Corporation