Senior EH&S Specialist

POET•Fairmont, NE

32d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist is the leader of environmental, health, and safety programs at the POET bioprocessing facility. This role works with other members of the local leadership team and the EH&S members to ensure a culture that prioritizes environment, health, and safety. The EH&S Specialist is the primary interface with government agencies and the local expert on environmental compliance and safety-related matters. They are responsible for leading the implementation of POET environmental and safety management systems, including audits and inspection, incident investigations, report generation and analysis, and behavior observations. They also lead trainings and are responsible for safeguarding critical records and training documentation for the Environmental Health and Safety Program. The EH&S Specialist must also be ready to assist our Design & Construction business partners in monitoring contractor safety performance on projects at the facility. This role is located in Fairmont, NE.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a safety, environmental science, or engineering field or 8+ plus years of experience in EH&S work is preferred.
National Safety Council’s Advance Safety Certificate is required. Higher-level certifications can be substituted; these include Associate Safety Professional, Certified Safety Professional, or Professional Engineer.
Demonstrated influential leadership skills that have driven cultural EH&S improvements.
Documented proficiency in the skills listed in the Senior EH&S Specialist Skills Checklist.
You have the ability to learn the technical and day-to-day operation of a bioprocessing facility including air and water environmental permits.
Proficient filing, documentation, record keeping and organizational skills required.
You know how to engage an audience, no matter the size, while presenting and training on important environmental and safety related topics.
You communicate effectively in writing and in person.
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
Know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite.
Capable of learning new programs.
High level of personal integrity
Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to embrace and promote change
Innovative mindset
Ability to think objectively
Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
Ability to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Completed professional development; OSHA General Industry 30-Hour, DOT Hazmat Transportation, OSHA Construction 10-hour, 24 hour HAZWOPER, and HAZWOPER Train-The-Trainer; or equivalent courses is preferred.
Construction safety experience is beneficial.
Workers’ Compensation administration experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

Champion Safety and Environmental at the facility, utilizing influential leadership skills to drive and improve the facility culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance.
Function as the primary liaison between your bioprocessing facility and government agencies.
Serve as the local expert resource for environmental compliance issues, including a thorough understanding of the facility’s environmental permits, hazardous waste management, stormwater, RMP, SPCC, and other applicable state and federal regulatory requirements.
Recommend solutions to streamline processes, eliminate waste and improve sustainability of robust compliance management systems.
Generate, analyze & submit thoughtful daily, weekly, monthly and annual safety and environmental reports.
Coordinate and/or take samples as needed.
Lead and coordinate incident investigations following EH&S events. Ensure proper documentation is completed and submitted to proper agencies when required.
Lead and direct safety and environmental audits, incident investigations and other activities as needed throughout the facility.
Lead safety and environmental training for a variety of people including new and existing team members and contractors.
Remain up to date on new safety-related regulations, safety equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ensure written EH&S programs are reviewed and kept current. Effectively communicate changes to team members.
Lead bioprocessing facility safety committee and actively facilitate the site safety committee meetings.
Maintain permit-required recordkeeping for a variety of environmental , health & safety programs.
Collect data, manage filing systems of the EH&S management systems, and maintain training records for each team member.

Benefits

Eligible Team Members may receive $$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)
Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!
Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
401K with company match
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
Discounted home and auto insurance
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
'Family-first' culture
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements