Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

DescriptionBASIC FUNCTIONThe EHS Specialist will provide Environment, Health, and Safety support for the Sabert Chicago site by developing and/or assisting in the development, implementation, and auditing of environmental, health and safety policies and procedures, to promote a zero-injury culture.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES·Provide support to the site’s Environmental Health and Safety program to drive proactive EHS programs and risk mitigation.·Engage and work with employees, supervisors, and department managers, to maintain and continuously improve Sabert’s Environmental Health and Safety program.·Recommend measures to help protect workers from potentially at-risk conditions, processes, or materials.·Lead or participate in thorough investigations for all incidents and accidents on site and ensure timely completion of corrective actions. Lead the team in developing effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.·Lead and/or assist in the implementation of safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Sabert policies as well as all local, state, and federal regulations and requirements.· Perform Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) and PPE Hazard Assessments.· Partner with the EHS Manager to review, update, and develop written programs, policies, and procedures for safety adherence.· Work on emergency preparedness planning and assist in conducting annual emergency evacuation drills.· Under the mentorship of the EHS Manager and site leadership, the individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to promote and foster a strong EHS culture.· Conduct weekly Safety Assessments.· Participate in incident investigations and work with team members to implement corrective and preventative actions.· Enter safety work orders.· Update visual safety boards.· Assist the EHS Manager with providing training and coaching.· Attend Safety Champion monthly meetings with the EHS Manager.· Help organize safety celebrations.· Conduct monthly inspections of eyewash stations and first aid cabinets.· Assist in the tracking of key performance indicators and deliverables to provide direction and support to the site.· Support the EHS Manager with additional duties as required.OTHERWork in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.QUALIFICATIONS ·Preferred BS or BA degree in safety engineering, environmental or industrial hygiene or comparable field; or the equivalent knowledge and experience.Two plus years of safety and health experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.·Knowledge of federal and local EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and CDC.·Ability to recognize, evaluate, and recommend controls for workplace hazards.· Excellent communication, facilitation, ownership, and leadership skills.· Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks.· Demonstrated interpersonal skills and an integrated team working style.· Excellent written and formal presentation skills.· A self-starter with high energy and a passion for results.· Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications.RequirementsWhat makes Sabert a great place to work:Pay, benefits and more.Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits click here.Learn More About Sabert:We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining.Want more insight on what it’s like to work for Sabert? Click here to hear directly from our employees and learn more about our Company’s mission.We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process, to learn more about accommodations please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. Please do not send resumes to the above email address, applications submitted via email will not be considered unless specifically invited to do so.Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert. Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open positionEmployee Type: Exempt FT