EHS Specialist II

Kraft Heinz; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking an EHS Specialist II for its Winchester facility. This role involves coordinating Environmental Health & Safety processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving safety measures. Candidates should have relevant educational background and 1-3 years of experience in EHS management.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in safety and environmental management preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA Regulations is essential.
• Experience implementing EHS plans and policies.
• Self-starter with ability to lead meetings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EHS processes including Safety & Health and Environmental.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and Kraft Heinz policies.
• Analyze data to improve processes and reduce operational risk.

Skills

Team Skills

Planning

Initiative

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Environmental Management or Industrial Hygiene

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Job Description

Kraft Heinz - Winchester EHS Specialist II Job Description

Department Operations / EHS

Position Type Hourly Function Operations Hourly Wage $36.79

The statements included in this Position Description reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of

this position and are not to be interpreted as being all inclusive. The focus should be on the position and

not the current incumbent.

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II to work at our Hydration and Beverage

facility in Winchester, VA. A successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating EHS processes that include Safety & Health,

Environmental, and Facility Security. The candidate must also ensure our facility is maintaining compliance with all applicable federal,

state, and local laws and regulations, and Kraft Heinz policies/procedures and processes. The EHS Specialist II will report to the EHS

Security Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety and environmental management, Industrial Hygiene or equivalent is preferred.
• Preferred 1-3 years’ experience in safety and environmental management.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA Regulations, DOT Regulations and Management Systems (i.e., ISO 14001).
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM),
  
  
  

and OSHA 30 training are preferred.

• Permit Experience - Air, Wastewater, and Storm Water is preferred
  
  
  

Skills, Abilities & Training

• Good team skills and working well with others
• Experience using Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office
• Planning, Initiative and Organizational Skills
• Willingness to change and learn new skills
• Experience implementing/developing EHS plans and Policies
• Self-starter and ability to lead meetings
• Ability to multi-task, to handle shifting priorities, and to follow through on projects while meeting deadlines with minimal
  
  
  

direction

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in follow up and action plans as well as ability to empower others
• Good trouble shooting and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of Share Point, Connected Worker, Digital Coach, or Intelex is a plus
  
  
  

Job Description Summary

• Supports Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) processes that include Safety & Health, Environment, Business Continuity,
  
  
  

Facility Security, Asset Conservation, and Department of Transportation (DOT) for the factory.

• Day to day evaluation of EHS documentation and data reporting trends. Specifically, assisting with the tracking and collection
  
  
  

of Risk Triggers, BOS, and QRPs to understand facility trends for future improvement.

• Analyze data from multiple cross functional databases to develop actional steps that will improve processes and optimize
  
  
  

results.

• Assists in the development and implementation of EHS strategies that align with corporate objectives to reduce/mitigate
  
  
  

operational risk.

• Apply key metrics to drive site ORM performance.
• Collaborate with Plant Trainers to ensure EHS training courses are up to company standards for factory personnel and updates
  
  
  

training as needed.

• Ensures site adheres to the applicable Kraft Heinz Management System’s (KHMS) policies, procedures, processes, and operating principles.
• Recommend policies and procedures to reflect current work processes.
• Develops knowledge of EHS required functions / compliance activities (Environmental, OSHA, Worker’s Compensation, etc.)
• Assists with investigations using RCFA for all incidents and manages action plans to closure
• Assists in Worker’s Compensation process as needed
• Maintains accountability for KHMS / EHS system and operational standards.
• Partners with business leaders on implementation of process improvements.
• Completes required reporting on a regular basis, in compliance with corporate Safety Process, Safety Rules and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Assists in the facilitation of all KHMS standards related to EHS.
• Purchasing for site safety, GMP and production related supplies.
• EHS representative at all Safety team meetings, working with the team and team leaders to improve current safety rules procedures and processes.
• Manages the site’s LOTO and Machine guarding inventories. Role helps generate yearly audits of both inventories and collaborates with management on improvements/changes in either.
• Always leads by example including being flexible and adaptable
• Coordinate work assignments and track to completion
• Ensures continuous improvement with waste streams and recycling program
• Assist in collecting samples for the laboratory and complete the DMR’s as needed
• Willing to become certified in CPR/AED and complete First Responder Training
• Coordinate with EHS department to ensure all tasks and inspections are completed on schedule
• Assist in managing our universal waste program
• Creates PO’s, makes purchases, and reconciles as needed
• Performs other duties, projects, and assignments as needed Benefits & Compensation Overview Kraft Heinz offers a generous and comprehensive benefit and compensation package
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Starting hourly pay of $36.79
  
  
  

Benefits Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
  
  
  

Location(s)

Winchester Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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