EHS & Quality Assurance Specialist

Greif•Wright City, MO

47d•$62,300 - $106,100•Onsite

About The Position

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. The EHS & Quality Assurance Specialist devises, implements, and oversees all plant quality assurance and control programs, practices and procedures in support of established production standards and company business objectives. This role may implement and oversee food, safety, and environmental programs. The specialist implements continuous improvement actions and lean manufacturing techniques to ensure quality levels remain high and consistent. They collaborate with plant management and advise and consult on all continuous improvement and quality/safety related issues.

Requirements

Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations, and ISO 9000 standards
Ability to identify unsafe work practices and/or able to recognize processes subject to safety/environmental regulations.
Takes an analytical approach to complex issues and problem solving.
Ability to train and coach colleagues on issues relating to EH&S.
Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software and Internet research.
Possesses some knowledge of or experience with quality assurance/control in a production setting.
Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
Possesses strong project management skills.
Ability to operate various types of testing equipment.
Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and any other relevant software.

Nice To Haves

Prior knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations, and ISO 9000 standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements EH&S & Quality programs.
Conducts inspections and audits and recognizes hazards.
Prepares solutions to environmental or safety concerns.
Conducts inspections and audits and recognizes hazards.
Coordinates training for safety and health matters and accident prevention.
Keeps records of programs as required by law and internal procedures.
Tracks and evaluates audit program and recommends continuous improvements.
Contributes to the review and preparations of EH&S policies.
Monitors, analyzes, and advises of new EH&S regulations applicable to operations.
Responsible for internal and external compliance reporting.
Reviews and advises on EH&S managed programs.
Conducts training sessions at corporate and facility levels.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Measures customer satisfaction and takes corrective action as appropriate and implements techniques to ensure quality levels remain high and consistent.