Specialist EHS

The Hershey Company • Lower Swatara Township, PA

5d • $72,160 - $90,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Specialist EHS provides leadership and direction for developing EHS programs that ensure compliance with regulations and company policies. The role helps develop and implement global EHS policies and programs, participates in EHS assessments of global facilities, and provides guidance to EHS managers, supervisors, and other functional teams. It develops and delivers training for employees and management, supports multifunctional teams, works with internal customers, and interacts with local, state or provincial, and federal regulators.

The position maintains technical proficiency in safety program areas; conducts inspections and audits; investigates incidents and analyzes trends; develops corrective and preventive action plans; supports workers’ compensation coordination; and contributes to the development, monitoring, review, and improvement of the Safety Management System and written program documentation. It also supports business units and projects by promoting continuous improvement, preparing EHS documentation, participating in improvement teams, and identifying and addressing EHS issues early in project design and development.

The position is based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The anticipated base salary range is $72,160 to $90,200 per year. The actual offer depends on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education, and training. The role also includes performance-based incentives and a benefits package, subject to eligibility and role and location variation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational or industrial safety, environmental or safety engineering, human factors, or another EHS-related field preferred; equivalent related work experience will be considered.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to climb ladders to work platforms and stairs to other work areas, and lift moderately heavy items such as test equipment or materials.
• Strong document management skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong auditing and assessment skills.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence employees at all levels.
• Proficiency with computer programs and software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Vector EH&S, and SAP PM.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple priorities.
• Ability to self-lead work tasks to completion.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Strong employee training development and presentation skills.
• Flexibility to shift between tasks and projects as priorities change, respond to customer and department needs, and meet project deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for 0 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment related to EHS program management.
• Food, food-related, or consumer packaged goods experience preferred.
• Experience with Safety Management Systems such as VPP, OHSAS 18001, or ANSI Z10 is a plus.
• Detailed working knowledge of federal, state, and local occupational safety industry regulations and guidelines, including OSHA, EPA, and L&I.

Responsibilities

• Maintain technical proficiency in key safety areas and serve as a general resource for EHS program areas.
• Deliver EHS training programs to management and employees, and provide technical guidance to managers, supervisors, and other functional teams.
• Inspect EHS procedures, facilities, and programs for regulatory compliance and risk reduction; report findings and work with plant management on action plans and follow-up.
• Independently investigate and analyze incidents to identify trends, initiate corrective and preventive actions, and communicate findings as appropriate.
• Assist business unit managers and supervisors with incident resolution and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Document EHS data using computer support systems such as Vector EH&S, SharePoint, and PowerBI.
• Liaise between the Workers Compensation Carrier and Health Services to manage workers’ compensation.
• Assist with development, implementation, and monitoring of Safety Management System elements and written program documentation.
• Conduct written program reviews, prepare updates, perform internal audits, document and report findings, and follow up on non-conformances.
• Participate in or lead verification and validation activities for Safety Management System elements and safety regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement using EHS program elements and risk-reduction initiatives, including Heart Team, Safety Teams, Near Miss Program, corrective and preventive action initiatives, work orders, QDR, Stage Gate, and pre-startup reviews for engineering projects.
• Lead EHS documentation teams and prepare documents as necessary.
• Lead or participate in multifunctional improvement teams, providing EHS guidance and problem solving.
• Work with project managers to identify EHS issues early in project design and development and ensure they are evaluated and addressed.
• Create and implement EHS training programs and informational materials for new-hire orientation, ongoing regulatory requirements, and specialized training.
• Participate in EHS assessments of global facilities and help develop and implement global EHS policies and programs.
• Interact with internal customers and local, state or provincial, and federal regulators.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental health.
• Competitive pay and annual incentive opportunities.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Flexible ways of working where applicable.
• Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility.
• Performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level