Specialist EHS Compliance
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Job Description
Job Description Summary:
We are looking for an EHS Compliance Specialist. The primary function for this position is to ensure that Aviagen complies with all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations.
Job Description:
Manage the maintenance and implementation of safety programs, compliance plans, and initiatives
Participate in the investigation of incidents, near misses and property damage incidents
Ensure follow-up is done to minimize future exposure and proper records/documents are maintained
Conduct, coordinate and track various training to support company programs
Conduct routine safety observations to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, company environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and practices
Maintain internal and regulatory reporting including data collection and reporting including but not limited to air, storm water and surface water discharge
Ensure the company meets all its legislative compliance obligations and codes
Serve as primary contact for all regulatory agencies for inspections, permitting, reporting (air, water, waste).
Maintain compliance with permits, government regulations and other industry practices
Keep abreast of any safety and environmental law or regulation changes that impact the organization
Ability to take necessary steps to ensure a safe work environment for all employees
Participate in meetings to discuss workplace safety and regulatory concerns and opportunities
Actively role model all company environmental, health and safety standards
Establish and maintain effective relationships with Operations, Managers, Supervisors, and employees
Keep the Operations Manager and Human Resources Manager up to date on matters relating to environmental, health and safety
Assist in the oversight of the Worker's Compensation program
Job Qualifications:
2-5 years' experience in processing environment with responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety
Proficient with Microsoft Office products
Ability to be on call or work off hours as needed
Experience working with local regulatory agencies preferred
Familiar with various emission control devices to ensure compliance
Safety Orientation
Active and Formal Communication
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Ability to take initiative
Strong influential communication
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.