EHS Specialist: Safety & Compliance for Warehousing Ops

Sysco; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking an HSE-focused professional to assist with the implementation of prevention-oriented health, safety, and environmental programs across OpCo facilities. The role supports project implementation and training to align with HSE objectives, including security and crisis preparedness.

The position requires 2+ years of hands-on safety experience, OSHA certifications, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct hands-on safety experience in warehousing, manufacturing, or transportation operations.
• 2+ years of experience with occupational safety; OSHA certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete new hire orientation training programs as assigned by the safety director.
• Maintain records for safety programs (training logs, reports, inspections).
• Implement and train new or existing training programs to employees and supervision as needed.
• Inspect facilities to detect existing or potentially unsafe conditions.
• Participate in investigations on vehicle accidents and injuries.
• Identify root causes and help supervision develop corrective actions.
• Engage associates to follow work methods in daily job functions.
• Complete observations and coaching of high-risk associates.
• Monitor inspection of equipment and recommend corrective/preventative measures.
• Support site management in implementing health, safety, and environmental plans.
• Promote a proactive safety culture in the workplace.
• Provide supervisor training on root cause analysis.
• Interface with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and local regulators in the safety director's absence.
• Assist with completion of a company-wide annual HSE training plan.
• Promote zero-incident HSE culture.
• Support execution of Sysco's emergency preparedness plan and policies.
• Maintain associate relations and morale, providing feedback to leadership.

Skills

Safety experience

Leadership

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Sysco is seeking an HSE-focused professional to assist with the implementation of prevention-oriented health, safety, and environmental programs across OpCo facilities. The role supports project implementation and training to align with HSE objectives, including security and crisis preparedness.

The position requires 2+ years of hands-on safety experience, OSHA certifications, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.