EH&S Specialist

EH&S Specialist Universal Pure, LLC - 2.8 Lincoln, NE Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $90,000 a year 23 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description The EH&S Specialist will ensure planning, implementing, and overseeing site employee safety and environmental considerations. Focus will highlight compliance and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards to reduce and eliminate work-related hazards and injuries. Major tasks, responsibilities, and key accountabilities: Create, maintain, and implement Universal Pure EHS policies and programs Advise and lead employees on various safety-related topics Lead Continuous Improvement effort in the areas of Safety, Health, Environmental compliance & Risk Management Assist in the development of Environmental and Risk Management standards; train and audit compliance Provide training and lead safety meetings Participate in the development of Accident Investigations and Corrective Actions Review and update existing policies and procedures related to safety Adhere to all the rules and regulations Work with HR regarding workers' compensation claims Conduct job hazard analysis (JHA) and ergonomic risk assessments Prepare and present reports on accidents and violations, and determine causes and provide recommendations Shared ownership with site internal and external safety audits. Other duties as assigned by the

General Manager Additional Responsibilities:

Participate in management meetings, communicating safety near-miss observation submissions Conduct routine inspections (e.g., fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, first aid kits, PPE, forklifts, etc.) Responsible for recordkeeping of EHS documentation Chair the Lincoln Site Safety Committee Partner with Site GM to develop an EHS culture leading to Zero (0) harm Develop & implement relevant monthly safety training for all teammates

Travel Required:

Not anticipated yet dictated by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field 3-5 years of relevant experience Experience with OSHA Process Safety Management standard OSHA 30-hour general industry Experience with 3rd party Care Mgmt providers to insure best class care management for our teammates Must be able to provide a valid driver's license Root cause analysis experience

Working Conditions:

Office environment Routinely walking the production floor in a cold environment (less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit, on occasion -10 degrees Fahrenheit) Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to operate the computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone May require occasional lifting up to 25 lbs Ability to climb stairs, bend, twist, & crouch occasionally Ability to climb a ladder Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and or store products containing allergenic food ingredients, as referenced by FDA, occasional exposure may occur; inform your direct manager of any food allergies

Hourly Employees :

Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by the FDA. Team members who may come in direct contact must be able to work with these ingredients.

Salaried/Remote Employees:

Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and or store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by FDA, occasional exposure may occur; inform your direct manager of any food allergies. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Universal Pure Is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer