Environmental Health and Safety Regional Specialist

JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENT
At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our three distinct brands - BSN SPORTS, Varsity Spirit and Herff Jones - and our network of 9,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with schools, colleges and universities across the country to transform the student journey in SPORT, SPIRIT and ACHIEVEMENT.
General Summary:
The primary focus for this position is to ensure regulatory compliance with all applicable environmental, Health and Safety regulations at a federal, state, and local level, injury prevention, injury reduction and provide support and resources to regional location. This role will provide support to 4 separate facilities for BSN in Grand Prairie, TX, 2 in Farmers Branch, TX and Varsity Spirit Plano, TX
Varsity Brands - Corporate Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support Varsity Brands EHS Goals and Objectives
• Implementation of EHS programs, ensure regulatory compliance, support, and sustain EHS initiatives.
• Implement programs, policies, and procedures that will reduce exposures, specific to injury prevention and reduction.
• Conduct, coordinate and track various EHS training to support organizations EHS programs.
• Conduct routine safety observations to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, company EHS 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.
• Serve as secondary contact for all regulatory agencies for OSHA and EPA
• Maintain compliance with permits, government regulations and other industry practices.
• Stay informed of any safety and environmental law or regulation changes that impact the organization.
• Take necessary steps to enhance a safe and healthy work environment for all personnel.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with Plant Managers, Supervisors, and production personnel.
• Perform special projects as required.

Varsity Brands Business Unit Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct EHS training for onboarding of new hires to ensure regulatory compliance with Federal, State agencies, P&P's specific to VB and BU's
• Assist in conducting EHS audits, identifying violations and applying abatement periods.
• Train and educate production and management personnel specific to the regulatory requirements under OSHA and EPA, such as LO/TO, HazCom, Material Handling, Inspection, Incident Investigations etc. and VB corporate EHS P&P's
• Train and educate Safety Teams following VB corporate directive.
• Communicate revisions to current regulatory standards!
• Participate in the investigation of incidents and ensure CAPA's are completed to minimize future exposures and proper records/documents are maintained.
• Participate in meetings to discuss workplace safety and regulatory concerns and opportunities for improvements.

Job Qualifications:

• 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing environment
• Ability to present to an audience.
• Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Word, and Excel applications.
• Ability to be on call or work off hours as needed.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail.
• Organizational skills • Analytical problem solving, written and verbal communications.
• Experience working with local regulatory agencies preferred.
• Contribute to strong positive employee relations (internal customer service) at all levels within the organization.

Business Unit Specific Qualifications:

• Ability to foster a culture to enhance overall EHS performance
• Ability to lead and direct others
• Ability to make decisions based on analytical analysis.
• Ability to support regional operations in all aspects related to EHS initiatives.
• Propose suggestions, and recommendations for the development, improvement, and sustainability of the organizations and regional EHS programs.
• Foster and promote a safe and healthy work environment for continuous improvement and future growth.

Education / Certifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree preferred or continuous education specific to EHS
• A Bachelor's degree in occupational / industrial safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Science, or other EHS related fields preferred; other four-year degrees will be considered.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs and the ability to lift moderately heavy items such as test equipment or materials Special Notation:

The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.