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Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

WHO YOU ARE:

Are you a team player who can train others in safe work practices? Are you able to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment all the while keeping safety as the number one value? If so, the Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist may be the role you have been looking for. It will be both intriguing and energizing to implement new processes and procedures that will enhance our safety while keeping production at maximum efficiency.

Are you a team player who can train others in safe work practices? Are you able to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while keeping safety as the number one value? If so, this role requires a highly professional and collaborative Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) leader who excels at building trust, communicating effectively, and influencing without authority. You demonstrate strong judgment, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain calm and objective in challenging situations. You are capable of coaching employees at all levels, managing complex safety and environmental responsibilities independently, and maintaining a high standard of professionalism in every interaction. You thrive in environments that require adaptability, attention to detail, and continuous improvement.

WHO WE ARE:

+ Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.

+ Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.

+ Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.

+ Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

OUR MISSION:

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.

+ **Protect What Matters:** We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.?

+ **Deliver On Our Promises?:** We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.?

+ **Win as a Team?:** We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.?

+ **Advance a Safer Future?:** We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The EHS Specialist will ensure the environmental, health and safety culture and expectations are adhered to at the Safe Foods (“SF”) facility by reporting, monitoring, training, coaching, and holding team members accountable. Job duties include but are not limited to:

The Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist is responsible for driving EHS excellence across the Safe Foods (SF) facilities and assigned locations by ensuring that all EHS expectations are fully implemented and sustained. This role requires advanced technical knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities, and the professionalism to lead EHS initiatives with autonomy. The Specialist will uphold and reinforce the company’s safety culture through proactive reporting, monitoring, training, coaching, and holding team members accountable. Job duties include, but are not limited to:

+ **Partnership with SF Operations leadership to help drive EHS excellence among their teams.**

+ Support EHS programs throughout the organization.

+ Reinforce strategic EHS initiatives within their division.

+ Maintain open communications with SF EHS Manager, and SF leadership regarding issues related to Safety, Health, and Environmental.

+ Work closely with EHS Team on a regular basis including weekly conference calls and team meetings.

+ Ensure SF Operations comply with all EHS related requirements from external customers, governmental agencies, and established policies and procedures.

+ Ensure that all investigations are documented with an action plan and that the action plan is successfully implemented.

+ Manage and attend all OSHA, EPA, DOT or other regulatory visits pertaining to SFCI business scope as needed, including site visits, complaints, and assisting the Senior Compliance Officer with informal conferences as needed.

+ Interface with local, state, and federal agencies on all EHS related issues.

+ Implement and maintain EHS policies and procedures.

+ Create and support specific action plans to solve identified plant level issues.

+ Assist Safety Teams (Spill Team, Fire & First Response, Safety Committee, etc) and other assignments as needed.

+ Serve as a strategic partner to SF Operations leadership by providing guidance, coaching, and support to promote EHS excellence.

+ Maintain open, professional communication with the SF EHS Manager, and facility leadership.

+ Represent the EHS Department in ways that promote trust, partnership, and credibility.

+ Facilitate site safety committees using a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

+ Maintain audit readiness and collaborate with stakeholders during regulatory and customer audits.

+ Build positive, respectful relationships with local, state, and federal agencies.

+ Conduct timely and thorough incident investigations to identify contributing factors and develop improvement strategies.

+ Develop and deliver professional EHS presentations for leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders.

+ Support employee learning through engaging training that encourages participation and understanding.

+ Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly performance reports and dashboards.

+ Support the development of action plans to address EHS opportunities and operational risks.

+ Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure progress is maintained and improvements are implemented effectively.

+ Assist with stormwater, wastewater, hazardous waste, universal waste, and spill response activities.

+ Conduct environmental inspections with a focus on safe practices and regulatory compliance.

+ Provide support for environmental permitting as needed.

+ Travel as needed to assist with investigations, audits, training and activities.

+ Perform inspections requiring climbing stairs or ladders, extended walking, bending, and entering varied environments.

+ Support additional EHS responsibilities as needed.

YOUR MUST HAVES:

+ Must be 18 years of age or older

+ Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field

+ 5 years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial operations

+ Strong professional communication skills

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality and sound judgment

+ Proven ability to coach employees and build strong cross-functional relationships

+ Ability to independently manage investigations, documentation, and corrective actions

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:

+ Certificate to perform fit testing

+ Certificate to train and test others on forklift certifications

+ Certified to issue safe work and confined spaces permits

+ Experience with environmental sampling, wastewater testing, or stormwater management

+ Knowledge of OSHA 1910, EPA regulations, and hazardous waste management

+ Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, or CHST

OUR ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the functions of this job, the team member works in a combination of a quiet office environment and a manufacturing environment where they can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; and occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and loud.

WHAT WE OFFER:

+ Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

+ Basic Life Insurance

+ Short Term Disability

+ Company Paid Long-Term Disability

+ 401k Retirement Plan

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Vacation

+ Paid Sick Time

+ Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)

+ Training & Development Opportunities

Safe Foods, a Division of Fortrex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Safe Foods is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.

YOUR NEXT STEPS:

APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!