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A bit about us: Large Industrial Manufacturing Corporation seeks Safety Specialist (EHS) to join their Environmental Health & Safety team. This is working on as a part of a team and supports plants in Minnesota and six additional states.
Why join us?- Great Benefits
- Great Culture
- Upward Mobility
- Travel (this role travels one week per month Monday-Thursday, and weekly to the Twin Cities plants.)
Job Details Overview
We are seeking a Compliance and Safety Specialist to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations set forth by various governmental agencies. This position plays a crucial role in managing environmental regulatory submissions and collaborating with the broader Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) team on various initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Environmental Compliance
- Prepare and file comprehensive environmental documentation in response to agency inquiries.
- Oversee compliance with environmental regulations and programs at the facility level, including but not limited to:
o Air quality permits and emissions assessments.
o Notifications and permits for aboveground storage tanks.
o Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) compliance.
o Registration and management of pesticides per Federal and state guidelines.
o Conduct inspections and sampling for industrial stormwater.
o Ensure adherence to industrial wastewater permitting and reporting requirements.
o Manage waste disposal processes, including documentation for hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
o Prepare and submit permit applications and compliance reports.
o Gather and analyze environmental data.
o Coordinate and facilitate employee training on compliance matters.
o Conduct site audits and assessments to ensure adherence to standards.
o Support agency inspections and training exercises, including emergency response drills.
Business Support and Safety Compliance
- Foster a culture of safety by promoting awareness and preventive measures; investigate incidents and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Collaborate across departments to build effective working relationships and address compliance challenges.
- Work alongside leadership to review and update safety and environmental policies; ensure that practices align with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Conduct regular audits of facilities to confirm compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Oversee specific compliance reporting tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Experience: 2-3 years in a role involving environmental regulations.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic data management software.
- Ability to navigate physically demanding environments, including climbing stairs and working in varied temperature conditions.
- Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Familiarity with GIS, VISIO, or CAD software.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and walk for extended periods in diverse work environments.
- Capable of wearing personal protective equipment, such as respirators and chemical suits.
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Travel
- Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed
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