EHS Specialist

Davita Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist to drive safety initiatives at their Fort Smith facility. This role focuses on risk assessments and implementing safety programs to ensure compliance and improve operational safety standards. Ideal candidates have significant experience in manufacturing and are equipped to handle complex safety management systems.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and time off

Educational assistance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Hands-on experience with Safety Management Systems.
• Ability to develop compliance programs and provide training.

Responsibilities

• Support facility risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Lead hazard identification and risk assessment efforts in operations.
• Develop core EHS programs including safety training and incident investigations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Hazard Identification

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, etc.

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a self-motivated and driven Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist to join the Safety Team at our Fort Smith, AR Dixie facility. The EH&S Specialist's focus is estimated to consist of 80% Safety and 20% Environmental responsibilities.

Our Team

Fort Smith Dixie is among the world's leading manufacturers of paper plate and bowl products. The Fort Smith facility has been strong in the community for 78 years and is continuing to transform to serve both its employees and customers.

What You Will Do

• Competing demands will require a strong approach to work, strong organizational skills, teamwork and the ability to establish, communicate and adhere to priorities.
• Support facility and department level risk assessments and Improvement Plan development. Assist in identifying improvement opportunities and implementing corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Assist in the ongoing utilization of Hazard Identification Risk Assessments (HIRA) efforts. This involves partnering with operations to lead hazard identification and risk assessment efforts and identifying/implementing corrective actions that appropriately reduce risk.
• Assist in the development and implementation of core EHS programs. The core elements include, but are not limited to: Lock Tag Verify, Confined Space, Emergency Preparedness, Fall Protection, Incident Investigation, Mobile Equipment, Cranes and Rigging, Personal Protective Equipment, and Safe My Life.
• Provide leadership and support to mill compliance system owners (CSOs) to ensure they have the knowledge and skills necessary.
• Prepare and conduct required regulatory training and work with facility personnel to increase awareness of safety and health issues.
• Be a visible presence and EHS resource in the field with operations, maintenance, and contract work groups.
• Participate and lead incident investigations, enhancing capability throughout the organization to conduct effective investigations that focus on learning, preventing reoccurrence and improving our capacity to fail safely.
• Assist in the integration and continuous improvement in Human Organizational Performance (HOP) and Save My Life (SML).

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Proven experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Hands-on experience implementing and utilizing Safety Management Systems
• Demonstrated ability to develop regulatory compliance programs and deliver training
• Background in managing occupational safety programs

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).