Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.
PURPOSE STATEMENT
This Environmental Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for managing and directing occupational safety compliance, environmental compliance, workers' compensation compliance, training programs and occupational health issues affecting manufacturing Associates at the manufacturing plant level. This position is the direct interface between associate safety activity and management teams.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES
The EH&S Specialist will:

• Develop and build strong professional relationships with plant management teams functioning as their subject matter expert in all areas of safety and environmental compliance. Travel requirement approximately 10%.
• Be a Local Subject Matter Expert on all Safety or Environmental related issues, provides direction to plant teams.
• Development and implementation of site specific policies and procedures within corporate guidelines for assigned locations.
• Conduct safety and health audits of facilities to evaluate compliance and identify areas of focus, communicates results to plant teams and corporate resources.
• Assist/direct local plant activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and/or training materials to Associates/team leaders on all regulated programs, document and track training compliance. Ability to access, understand and administer safety training materials to supervisors, associates and management team
• Lead the Accident Investigation team utilizing root cause analysis techniques.
• Manage plant WC program and Corridor of Care program.
• Proficient knowledge of OSHA's Recordkeeping Standard 29CFR1904, Accident Reports, 300 Log & Form 301, keep logs up to date and maintains 5 prior years of documentation.
• Ability to conduct area safety inspections alone or with a group
• Participate with teams to develop corrective actions for recognized hazardous conditions.
• Ability to effectively interact with medical clinics, nurse case managers and carrier representative concerning medical restrictions
• Ability to complete monthly reports and inspections then communicate in an effective manner.
• Any other duties assigned by manager.
• Provide direction on waste minimization techniques through recycling/sustainability programs to ensure environmental compliance is maintained.
• Establishes, directs and Chairs plant safety committees and their activities.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma required with 3-5 years Industrial Safety Experience
• Degree in Occupational Safety or related field preferred with 1-3 years Industrial Safety experience or combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of: OSHA/EPA regulations applicable to General Industry/Construction
• Knowledge of Industrial Hygiene, Labor Relations, Loss Control, Basic Engineering Principles
• Knowledge of state specific Workers' Compensation Law/Regulations
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and deal with conflicting workload requirements

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COMPENSATION
In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.
Annual Range/Hourly Rate
$69,215.15 - $93,644.03
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.
As a family-owned company, caring for our associates-their whole selves-is a top priority. That's why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Health & financial benefits
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Flexible work policy
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It's all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.
MEET RICH'S.
Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.