Regional EHS Specialist

Ocean Spray Cranberries • Babcock, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Specialist will ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and promote a safe working environment at our receiving plants. You will implement policies, procedures, and training programs to minimize risks, prevent accidents, and maintain regulatory compliance. Conducting regular inspections and audits, you will identify hazards and potential risks, and implement corrective measures to mitigate them. You will also collaborate with Ag Operations teams to improve EHS programs, provide guidance on safety protocols, and support incident investigations and emergency response efforts.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or professional experience and/or technical school and certifications in environmental, occupational safety or related area preferred
• The incumbent needs a diversified background in leading others either directly or indirectly
• Experience as a trainer
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and regulations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers at all levels
• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time during the eight or twelve hour shift
• Year-round position with heavy emphasis during harvest months (late August-early November), at which time the facilities will run 24/7 and may have limited days off
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work constructively in team environment
• Experience with computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook)
• All job offers are contingent on a successful background check

Responsibilities

• Support the EHS function in compliance to corporate, plant and regulatory expectations.
• Identify, coordinate and implement safety and environmental improvement plans.
• Develop and deliver environmental and safety training both in person and electronically.
• Participate in regularly scheduled safety committee meetings.
• Observe work practices and interact/coach safe work practices with employees and supervisors.
• Perform Job Safety Analyses, PPE assessments and make recommendations for improvement.
• Perform regular facility environmental, health and safety audits and employee competency testing.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance and upkeep of safety equipment (fall protection, respiratory protection, confined space entry etc.).
• Develop and communicate weekly safety toolbox talks.
• Maintain and oversee the Shock Watch system.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.
• Work with supervisors and other appropriate leaders on safety incidents.

Benefits

• Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Telehealth services
• 1:1 health coaching
• Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
• 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end
• Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling options
• Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)
• Holiday pay for 12 holidays
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Tuition/Education assistance programs
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Scholarship programs for children of employees
• Parental leave
• Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc.
• Adoption assistance
• Bereavement leave
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
• Up to $300 massage reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee discounts
• Charitable giving

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree