EHS Specialist

Position Summary

The EHS Specialist is responsible for providing technical environmental, health and safety support to Ajinomoto Foods (AFNA) assigned plant(s) and personnel. Essential functions include supporting the evaluation of environmental, health and safety programs and coordinating Plant activities to support local and corporate objectives. The EHS Specialist will influence behavior and inspire commitment on the part of all personnel in complying with Ajinomoto safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment. The EHS Specialist will provide oversite to a designated plant(s) to ensure compliance with all corporate EHS programs and policies under the direction of EHS Leadership.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of administrative programs for the preparation, distribution and maintenance of written programs, policies, procedures and records such as SDS, lockout/tag out procedures and OSHA reporting.
• Compose site specific work methods, JSAs, LOTO procedures, risk assessments etc.
• Assist with injuries and post-accident case management and investigations.
• Provide support for maintaining waste water and stormwater compliance.
• Conduct and support employee training utilizing company provided training tools.
• Help ensure plant is following company’s PSM program.
• Assist in maintaining OSHA 300 log.
• Support Behavior Based Safety (BBS) programs by driving participation, supplying critical data, and coaching.
• Track and report monthly Safety Scorecard requirements as necessary.
• Perform other related job duties and projects as assigned.
• Subject to the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and Ajinomoto Food’s HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures, assisting the Ajinomoto Food health plan with day-to-day activities involving protected health information, including but not limited to, assisting with employee claims, coordinating benefits, determining health claim status, determining eligibility for coverage, budgeting and renewal, billing and collection activities, obtaining assistance from third-parties for plan functions, and any other duties delegated by the HIPAA Privacy or Security Officer.
• All other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, or STEM related discipline preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the safety and health programs, policies, risk identification
• Completion of OSHA 30 course required.
• Knowledge of auditing processes (ISO, OSHA, or equivalent guideline related) preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone, or in a team environment with limited supervision
• 40 - hr HARWOPPER Certificate (Prefer)
• DOT Certifications (Prefer)
• CPR/ First Aid Certification (Prefer)
• Bi-lingual, Spanish as a second language (Prefer)

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