Environmental Health, Safety & Security Specialist

McKesson’s Corporate; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Kansas City seeks an Environmental Health, Safety & Security Specialist to lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience, strong project management skills, and proficiency in electronic security systems. This role requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in EHS/Security.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Experience with incident investigation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of safety protocols.
• Measures safety performance against standards.
• Engage in environmental and safety initiatives.

Skills

Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Incident investigation and prevention

Project management

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic security systems

Job description

The **Environmental Health, Safety & Security Specialist** is an individual contributor role that works closely with DC Leadership to reduce risk, prevent injuries to employees and contractors, protect people, property, and assets while minimizing impact to the business. Ensures compliance to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, and conformance to McKesson EHS & Global Security performance and accountability standards. Coordinates with other departments to integrate safety and security into all aspects of operations. **Key Responsibilities** Lead initiatives to implement and enforce environmental, health, safety, and security protocols to ensure that the DC operations exceed standards. Measure site’s Safety Performance Index experience against published requirements to develop an action plan to address deficiencies. Proactively engage with environmental, health, safety and security initiatives while appropriately escalating and troubleshooting to drive effective implementation. Lead environmental compliance related to Hazardous & Regulated Waste (HRW) management, HazMat shipping, SPCC plans, fire code compliance and air permitting. Degree or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant experience. **Critical Skills** Experience monitoring and managing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT, FDA, DEA). Knowledge of, or experience working with, physical & electronic security equipment such as video, access control, and alarm systems.Must have incident investigation and prevention process experience, including demonstrated ability to uncover true root causes of incidents through a prescribed Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis process. Intermediate computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and other web-based applications, and an ability to use and operate technology programs related to electronic security systems.Strong project management and analytical skills, with high levels of attention to detail and accuracy; effective at applying strategic and analytical thinking to deliver business insights; able to identify trends and patterns that contribute to improved processes.**Additional Skills**Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely while influencing others across all levels of the organization. Must be able to work on and prioritize multiple tasks; must be able to work well under pressure, both internal and external and exercise sound judgment. Demonstrate strong leadership and ability to communicate across all levels of the organization. Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities and driving concurrently conducted projects to successful completion. Adept at working through ambiguity, putting structure around problems and tasks with limited guidance. **Preferred Skills** Knowledge of Environmental Health & Safety Management Systems Physical Requirements