EHS Specialist

Nevada Cement Company; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Nevada Cement Company in Fernley, NV seeks an Environmental Health & Safety professional to fill in for Environmental and Safety Managers as needed. The role includes SDS reviews, auditing, and analyzing near-miss trends to drive training from data.

You will assist in developing and managing EH&S programs, support management on training and compliance, and conduct monthly inspections to ensure safe, environmentally compliant operations. Travel within facility as required.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access and related software.
• BS degree in engineering or environmental field preferred; OH&S diploma/certificate also required or preferred.
• Familiarity with MSHA and environmental regulatory requirements is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and managing environmental health and safety programs.
• Provide support to management on training, environment, health, and safety issues.
• Ensure programs comply with all relevant regulations and are effective.
• Conduct audits and inspections; provide training on EH&S topics.
• Collaborate with departments to maintain safe, environmentally compliant operations.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Dynamics

Education

BS degree in engineering or environmental field

Diploma or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Salary range $60,000 - $90,000 Based on experience - Benefits effective first day of employment!

Specific Job Requirements

Nature and Scope

• Fill in for the Environmental Manager when needed.
• Fill in for the Safety Manager when needed.
• SDS review and auditing.
• Review Near Misses/Hazard Observations to see trends and develop training from the data.
• Assist in inspections from MSHA.
• Conduct and assist in New Hire Training and other safety/environmental task training.
• Plant inspections and observations of employees working.
• Monthly safety and environmental inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and management of environmental health and safety programs.
• Provide support to management and supervisors on issues dealing with training, environment, health, and safety.
• Ensuring that these programs are effective and compliant with all relevant regulations.
• Conducting audits and inspections
• Providing training on environmental health and safety topics
• Working with departments to create and support safe and environmentally compliant working conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering preferred, physical science, chemistry, or environmental related field.
• Post secondary diploma or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• Familiarity with Mine Safety Health Administration (MSHA)
• Familiarity in environmental (in a manufacturing or consulting setting), including permitting and compliance experience in Air, Water, & Waste permits
• Commitment to the highest standards of safe work habits.
• Experience in the Cement Industry a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be proficient in Word, Dynamics, Excel, Access, and related software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Ability to wear required PPE when entering production areas.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based within a manufacturing/mining facility.
• Occasional exposure to industrial environments, including dust, noise, and heavy equipment.

Benefits Offered on Your First Day!

• Medical
• Health Advocate Service
• Vision
• FSA Medical & Dependent Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentive Bonus Program
• Life and AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

EEO Statement

Nevada Cement provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About The Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

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