EHS Specialist II

My Food and Family; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an EHS Specialist II at its Winchester, VA facility. This role involves coordinating EHS processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing safety initiatives. Candidates should have a background in safety and environmental management along with relevant experience and certifications.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401k

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in safety management preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations required.
• Certifications like ASP, CSP, or OSHA 30 are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support EHS processes including Safety & Health and Environmental compliance.
• Lead incident investigations and manage corrective actions.
• Develop action plans based on data analysis.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety and environmental management

Industrial Hygiene

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Job Title: EHS Specialist II

Department: Operations / EHS

Position Type: Hourly

Hourly Wage: $36.79

Job Summary

The Kraft Heinz Company is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II at our Winchester, VA facility. The role involves coordinating EHS processes, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and supporting safety, health, environmental, and security initiatives. The EHS Specialist II reports to the EHS Security Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety and environmental management, Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent (preferred).
• 1-3 years’ experience in safety and environmental management (preferred).
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations, and Management Systems (ISO 14001).
• Certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHMM, OSHA 30 (preferred).
• Permit experience in Air, Wastewater, and Storm Water (preferred).

Skills and Abilities

• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to develop and implement EHS plans and policies.
• Self-motivated with leadership capabilities.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Connected Worker, Digital Coach, or Intelex is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Support EHS processes including Safety & Health, Environment, Business Continuity, Facility Security, Asset Conservation, and DOT compliance.
• Evaluate EHS documentation and data, track risk triggers, BOS, QRPs for trend analysis.
• Develop action plans from data analysis to improve processes.
• Assist in creating and implementing EHS strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Ensure compliance with KHMS policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and manage corrective actions.
• Participate in Worker’s Compensation processes.
• Manage safety inventories like LOTO and machine guarding, and conduct audits.
• Coordinate safety training and ensure continuous improvement in safety practices.
• Support waste management, sampling, and laboratory activities.
• Assist in becoming certified in CPR/AED and First Responder Training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits & Compensation

Kraft Heinz offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401k, and wellbeing programs. The starting hourly pay is $36.79.

Location

Winchester Plant

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kraft Heinz is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Accommodations are available upon request at [e-mail].