Associate EHS Specialist - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Tar Heel, NC

112d

About The Position

As an Associate EHS Specialist, you will support the EHS Team in Environmental, Health, and Safety management systems while providing support and ensuring compliance with EHS policies and procedures. You will play a significant role in implementing initiatives as instructed that meet or exceed Smithfield Injury Prevention System (SIPS) and Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in environmental, health and safety or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Currently enrolled college student with an anticipated graduation by end of current school year may be considered.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and complete commitments on schedule.
• Accustomed to working long hours, weekends, and remaining in an on-call status when required.
• Occasional travel involved.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for drafting reports and business correspondence.
• Fundamental mathematical skills for managing Key Performance Indicators.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the location EHS team to ensure compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Provide assistance for the location's ISO certification management teams, process safety teams, and documentation control requirements.
• Support applications for environmental permits to agencies as requested.
• Provide support of the location's environmental programs including asbestos O&M, Risk Management Plan (RMP), emergency response, EPCRA, hazardous waste, waste/wastewater operations, chemical handling, SPCC Plan, SW3P, air compliance/air permits, and new chemical approval.
• Ensure compliance of the Process Safety Management/Risk Management Plan requirements for the ammonia refrigeration system and environmental permits.
• Review and monitor all incident investigation reports to completion.
• Support training for production employees and management staff as required by OSHA and environmental permits.
• Gather and track EHS Key Performance Indicators.

Benefits

• Relocation Package Available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees