SummaryResponsible for working within the Environmental, Health and Safety group in support of key Operational and Technical initiatives. Lead, coordinate, and provide oversight of environmental, safety/health programs and processes at the facility. Assure compliance with regulatory requirements, Chobani company policies, and continuous improvements in key identified measures and objectives. This role will lead the EHS agenda for coffee roasting, concentrating, and warehouse facilities located within the Philadelphia area. This role reports to the VP of EHS.
Responsibilities- Performs workplace safety & environmental inspections and audits.
- Facilitates and oversees near miss and injury investigations to determine root cause(s) and offers recommendations for corrective actions.
- Responsible for managing EHS practices; administer/implement EHS programs and policies outlined by OSHA, EPA and DOT as appropriate and maintain all pertinent records.
- Ensure implementation and continuous improvement to all safety related programs and policies including, but not limited to: Hazardous Energy Control Program, Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, Bloodborne Pathogens, Electrical Safety Program, Chemical Management, Hearing Conservation, Hot Work, PIT Safety, Respirator and Emergency Action Plan
- Ensure implementation and continuous improvement to all environmental related programs and policies including, but not limited to: Air Permitting, Hazardous Chemical Disposal, Chemical Storage and Spills
- Develop training and instruction methods with respect to plant-related potential hazards and occupational safety measures.
- Strong cross-functional leadership and teamwork skills with the proven ability to set a vision, manage change and work with higher level managers to accomplish goals.
- Work with all levels of staff to ensure the health and safety program and policies are understood and upheld as a priority and value.
- Ability to analyze complex information to make appropriate decisions and judgments.
- Ensure controls and metrics are in place and sustained to monitor progress of the site's health and safety initiatives.
- Conduct safety inspections that address and correct regulatory compliance, ergonomics and improve associate health and safety while also providing compliant corrective actions.
- Prepare written reports for site inspections with recommendations for corrective or preventive measures while ensuring items are completed.
- Guide and mentor Chobani leadership on incident investigations and action plan development with documented follow up.
- Collaborate with Human Resources in the consistent administration of safety accountability guidelines.
- Works productively and harmoniously with others on a consistence basis while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements- Must be flexible to support the hours of the manufacturing environment including nights and weekends as required. At times, inspections require working at heights, outdoors or in refrigerated conditions.
- Time split between Plant (production floor) and Office environments; Walking, Climbing Stairs, Hot Environments, Cold Environments, Loud Environments, Wet Environments.
- Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods and climb stairs.
- Minimal lifting requirements up to 25lbs.
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required
- 1-2 years of environmental, health and safety experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Professional certification GSP or ASP preferred
- Experience and knowledge with OSHA regulations, OSHA recordkeeping requirements and Environmental regulations
- Good understanding of health and safety issues, regulations, and technology which impact the processes associated with the manufacturing function
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
- Excellent MS Word, Excel, Power Point and computer skills
The salary range for this full-time position is $80,000.00 - $95,700.00, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
