Health & Safety Specialist

The Health & Safety Specialist serves as a resource for AMVAC’s Axis, AL personnel and will administer a proactive program that assures facility-wide compliance for Federal OSHA and Local and State Regulations including corporate objectives for safety and production. AMVAC’s manufacturing plant at Axis operates 24x7x365. 

AMVAC®, an American Vanguard® Company (NYSE: AVD) headquartered in the U.S., is a solutions provider for global agriculture that is committed to technology, innovation, and sustainability with a diverse portfolio of products. AMVAC develops, manufacturers and markets solutions for crop protection and nutrition, turf and ornamentals management and commercial and consumer pest control. We focus on four innovation platforms: Proven Chemistries, Precision Agriculture, GreenSolutions, and Sustainability Solutions for plant and soil health.

 At American Vanguard, we believe in growth, innovation, and opportunity. We understand that a successful business is built on the strength of its people which is why we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fueling success and cultivating potential.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Educate and define Health and Safety policies and procedures to assure facility-wide compliance for the Axis manufacturing plant and surrounding sites
• Assist in updating Health & Safety procedures
• Conduct weekly safety audits of the plant, track action items and submit reports
• Perform daily walk-arounds of the plant to ensure that employees and contractors are following all Health & Safety policies
• Audit Company and contractor equipment; document for compliance
• Review and approve hot work permits, safe work permits, confined space permits and critical lift plans
• Recover and store closed permits for document retention
• Facilitate new hire, annual and post-incident training for all AMVAC personnel and on-site contractors
• Assist with new-hire orientation meetings and provide safety training at all levels 
• In conjunction with the lead investigator, assist the initiation and follow-up of incident investigation for closure and resolution
• Work closely with the Health and Safety manager to monitor and improve company objectives
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory Health and Safety requirements and with all regulatory environmental requirements
• Comply with all company policies, practices and lawful directives
• Perform other assignments as necessary and directed by management

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years’ safety experience in an OSHA regulated,  industrial / manufacturing environment
• Experience working with chemicals; hazardous materials and/or incorporating PSM standards
• Knowledge and ability to communicate OSHA regulations - Federal, State and Local 
• OSHA 510 or 511 trainings /  certifications beneficial
• Experience working with EPA, DTSC, CUPA, Sanitations District, County & State agencies
• Strong philosophy, principles and practices of risk management
• Working knowledge of health & safety regulations pertaining to air; water; storm water; wastewater; solid, universal, and hazardous wastes; pesticides
• Excellent communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Strong computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint required); Velocity EHS a plus
• Must be able to participate in the respiratory program and able to wear a respirator when safety needs dictate
• Be able to work during off‐hours to meet business needs and support a 24/7 operating plant
• Must participate in random drug tests and safety monthly blood draw program
• Must be able to pass physical and approved pre-employment criminal background check
  
  

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree required - Engineering, Science or Health & Safety degree preferred
• CSP (or ability to obtain within 3-4 years)

AMVAC BENEFITS and More...

• Excellent Insurance plans including Medical, Dental, and Vision with low out-of-pocket expenses for employees and their families
• Life and AD&D insurance for employees and their families 
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching 
• Annual Salary (not including benefits) from 
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) – NYSE: AVD with employee discounts 
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay 
• Wellness program; FSA or HSA plans available; Annual Bonus and more 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing.

We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System. 

                                                                                                    AMVAC, An American Vanguard Company, (NYSE: AVD)