EHS Specialist

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YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Responsible for assisting the EHS Manager in providing EH&S direction to Louisville Distilling Company. Responsible for developing, implementing, and leading safety, health, security and environmental compliance and sustainability programs and ensuring compliance and certification in these areas. Effectively lead, train and develop LDC staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE

• Support site management to ensure compliance with the standards established by regulatory agencies and the global EHS team.
• Review and administer environmental protection, sustainability, occupational safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, process safety, fire protection, security, and training programs.
• Develops policies, procedures, programs and controls designed to eliminate company losses and reduce impacts, meet environmental and safety regulatory requirements and reduce company liabilities.
• Prepares, submits, and maintains data and information in support of required operating permits as required by Local, State and Federal regulations.
• Provide assistance to management to ensure compliance for the EH&S Management System, according to ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001, and related activities (i.e., training, internal and external audits, certification, and management review).
• Responsible for the administration of the Worker's Compensation program for employees injured as a result of occupational injuries or illnesses.
• Collaborate with site management to formulate and execute a comprehensive Safety & Sustainability strategy, while also contributing to the achievement of the site EHS goals and objectives.
• Assists with Plant Security. Acts as back-up for Security and Emergency Management Specialist to supervise Security contractor for the LDC premises & personnel of Brand Home and Operations, including other future locations.
• Assist in developing emergency response plans to include preparedness, prevention, response and recovery.
• Facilitates administration of document control system for medical, environmental, industrial hygiene, safety, and training records.
• Coordinates investigations of incidents involving employee injuries, environmental issues/damage, chemical spills and releases, health and safety incidents and initiates reports as necessary. Work with department leadership to develop corrective action plans and ensure proper implementation and closure of actions.
• Analyze trends, audits, accident investigations, records of inspections of operational procedures, design of facilities, equipment and materials.
• Responsible for working with lead auditor/EHS Manager/Quality Manager in documenting and reporting non-conformance.
• Responsible for ensuring effective follow-up of non-conformance reports.
• Identify changes in laws and regulations that affect the processes and procedures established by the company and communicate them to the corresponding personnel.
• Coordinate and execute inspections/audits to detect and correct unsafe conditions and deviations from health and safety standards to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for Environmental, Health and Safety and Security (NFPA, OSHA, Fire Permits, Health Department Permits and insurance companies) that apply to the company and distribute it to all company employees
• Develop and manage comprehensive EH&S training programs aligned with ISO/OHSAS standards and oversee the EHS learning management system to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.
• Facilitate and supervise training, education, and refresher sessions for all company personnel, regularly evaluating the training’s effectiveness to optimize employee performance and adherence to EH&S protocols.
• Responsible for the continuation and development of all EHS employee engagement activities (i.e. site safety committee, safety observations, etc.)
• Oversee Chemical Management System and associated programs (SARA, EPCRA, SDS’)
• Provides interface between local, State, and Federal regulatory agencies.
• Ability to travel, work overtime and outside normal schedule as required.
• Represents Company at industry meetings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.
  
  

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• Must possess and exhibit strong ability to work cohesively with others to accomplish company objectives
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and follow-up skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Must possess strong influencing skills
• Excellent decision making and independent judgement skills
• Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Must possess strong facilitation, conflict management, negotiating, coaching and team building skills
• Ability to drive problem solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to handle stressful, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Possess and exhibit strong project management skills
• Self-motivated and possess ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• Ability to coordinate and conduct effective meetings/training for large groups (20 - 30 individuals)
• Excellent presentation skills
• Exhibit flexible approach and willingness to work off shifts and weekends to accomplish goals
• Proficient personal computer and software skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to function as a team member, leader and business partner with a strong commitment to team concept
• Strong commitment to dependability and timeliness
  
  

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids:

• General office equipment, supplies, personal computer, computer software, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, SAP, reference materials regarding safety, health, and environmental issues
  
  

Environmental Conditions:

• Work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment and in a production facility where dust, fumes, heat, cold, noise, and vibration exist; and in outdoors environment where seasonal elements and weather elements can exist
  
  

Corporate Citizenship/Responsibility:

• Participate in and support the LDC Business Continuity Plan as needed
• Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety guidelines and regulations
• Promote and support the Bacardi Corporate Quality Policy
• Promote and support the Bacardi Corporate Social Responsibility Program

External Qualifications – Degree, Certification, Additional Training

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree; Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.
  
  

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of 5 cumulative years of experience in Occupational Safety, Process Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Wastewater management, Air Permitting, Environmental Engineering- Program Management in an industrial environment (e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT, IATA, NFPA, etc.)
• ISO Lead Auditor Training or equivalent course or on the job experience. Must be either completed in the last three years or the incumbent must complete within the first year in the role.
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the spirits production/manufacturing industry
  
  

PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR

Living our Values and demonstrating high Learning Agility will be fundamental not only for success in this role, but also for potential growth to other roles across Louisville Distilling Company in the future. We have a clearly defined Leadership Excellence framework, and you will be expected to be a role model of all 6 elements: Focus Externally to Win / Drive Execution & Results / Lead Strategically & Know your Business / Make the Matrix Work / Lead by Example / Develop and Inspire Talent

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience
  
  

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience
  
  

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.

U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan
  
  

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
  
  

Additional Benefits

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.