EHS Technician

Kraft Heinz; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Massillon is seeking an EHS Technician to support regulatory compliance and safety initiatives on a 3rd shift. You will analyze safety data, track metrics, coordinate trainings, and maintain records across OSHA and workers’ compensation programs while partnering with the EHS team.

You will work under the EHS Manager and collaborate with specialists to drive KHMS-aligned improvements, perform incident reporting, and ensure timely actions to protect employees and the facility.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Environmental, Health & Safety or 3–5 years of related industrial safety field experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Excel with functions, features, formulas, and macros to analyze data.
• PowerPoint for cohesive presentations.
• First Aid, CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certification.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hourly schedules including days, afternoons, midnights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support the RMP (Risk Management Process) and assist in system development and corrective actions.
• Track & analyze safety metrics.
• Gather, interpret, and use data to develop actionable steps for process improvements.
• Coordinate inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain OSHA 300 log and update SDS sheets.
• Perform hourly GEMBA walks and safety observations (BOS).
• Coordinate, execute, and track safety training.
• Manage workers’ compensation records and claims with third-party administrators.

Education

Associate degree in Environmental, Health & Safety

3-5 years of related industrial safety field experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Location

Massillon OH

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefits

Company match 401(k) Plan

Company-paid Short Term Disability benefits.

PTO pro-rated dependent on start date, maximum is 12 days.

Pay

• The starting hourly wage for this role is $28/hr

Work Schedule

3rd shift, 9/10:00pm – 5/6:00am

Job Overview

The EHS Technician reports to the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, works closely with EHS Specialist, EHS Administrative Assistant and Process Safety Management (PSM) Coordinator to assess company needs, review and analyze information, research for trends and improvement opportunities. Coordinates and evaluates initiatives for regulatory, workers compensation, environmental compliance, ESG and works within the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) to reach targeted annual goals.

Job Description

• Participate/support the RMP (Risk Management Process) and assist in the development of the system and operational standards and corrective actions.
• Track & analyze safety metrics.
• Gather, interpret, and use complex data to develop actional steps that will improve processes and optimize results.
• Coordinate inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain OSHA 300 log.
• Responsible for updating SDS sheets.
• Performs hourly GEMBA walks on factory floor and grounds of facility.
• Perform & maintain safety behavioral observations using the Behavioral Observation System, (BOS).
• Coordinate, execute, and track safety training.
• Maintain & monitor confidential workers’ compensation medical records and cases from the FROI through medical treatment, rehabilitation, return to work and light duty program in accordance with state guidelines.
• Responsible for day-to-day interaction with workers’ compensation third party administrators to ensure timely, accurate claims management through the incident reporting database.
• Maintain regular communications as company’s liaison with the medical community and insurance companies.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations as they apply to occupational and non-occupational safety, health, and workers’ compensation.
• Participate in plant safety committee meetings.
• Respond to medical emergencies occurring on company property and administer first aid and/or medical assistance as needed.
• Coordinate/implement annual audiograms.
• Maintain an adequate supply of medical, safety and health (PPE) supplies throughout the factory.
• Functions in a self-directed and organized manner.
• As necessary, other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Environmental, Health & Safety or 3-5 years of related industrial safety field experience.
• Bilingual fluid exchange between English and Spanish preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel with the capacity to use functions, features, formulas, and macros to organize, analyze, and adjust data.
• Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint with the ability to create compelling presentations with cohesive themes.
• Certified in Standard First Aid, CPR/AED - Adult certification and Bloodborne Pathogens Training: PDT.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities in an organized manner and meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with employees, management, and medical legal specialists.
• Able to think clearly and react effectively in medical emergency situations.
• While this is a third shift, would have the ability to work flexible hourly schedules to include days, afternoons, midnights, and weekends when needed.
• Proficient skills in calculating figures and applies basic business math.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas and be exposed to wet and humid conditions.
• Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. or more.
• Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors, and adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high, and ear protection is required.
• May work near moving mechanical parts, high and or confining places.

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility, and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet! We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and commitment to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and cultivating strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Consideration will be given to individual qualifications and seniority in making final selection among applicants for this job. Applicants must be willing to work any shift, weekends and holidays, maintain work area in an orderly and sanitary condition, perform any and all duties assigned, and perform all duties in compliance with Federal, State and local codes and laws, plant rules and practices of safety, conduct, sanitation, good housekeeping and quality.

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]

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical, 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)

Massillon - Hourly

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].