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Environmental Health & Safety Specialist #35394 Santa Ana, California Company Stremicks Heritage Foods Location Santa Ana, CA Description GENERAL PURPOSE Provide safety and environmental health support for assigned location(s). Work within standard operating procedures, under a moderate degree of supervision. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide safety training and refresher training to employees. This may include but is not limited to accident investigation, bloodborne pathogen to first aid/CPR, confined space entry awareness, electrical safety, emergency action, fall protection, hazard communication, hearing conservation, heat stress, general safety, lift truck (forklift) including hoist operation, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, personal protective equipment, and respiratory protection Perform plant inspections, such as for emergency eyewash/shower stations, ladders, first aid cabinets, fire extinguishers, etc. Assist in accident investigations (e.g., take required information to include pictures, measurements associated with an accident and aid HR in preparing the proper documents) Provide safety presentations which may including developing Power Point presentations and other materials Provide environmental training and refresher training to employees. This may include but is not limited to universal waste, storm water prevention, and spill prevention and countermeasure Perform environmental inspections, such as air quality, universal waste, water quality, chemical storage areas, spill materials, etc. Maintain documents and inspection forms; review and maintain internal safety policies and practices to ensure they are current and appropriate Assist with location audits to identify and develop corrective action plans for at-risk behaviors and conditions which may cause injury or property loss Assist with EHS compliance tracking, workers’ compensation claim recordkeeping, updates into EHS related databases, data entry, program updates, and other similar activities Assist in the development and administration of required policies and procedures for OSHA and EPA compliance Support efforts at all locations to ensure a culture of consistently safe behavior and compliance with OSHA and EPA, both federal and state The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or GED Undergraduate degree in industrial safety or related field preferred 1 to 3 years of plant operations/manufacturing experience coupled with the knowledge of and/or aptitude to perform safety and environmental health duties 1 to 3 years of safety and environmental health experience preferred Certification and/or License – ASP/CSP or related certification preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Basic knowledge of OSHA standards and requirements, both federal and state regulations Basic knowledge of safety principles Familiarity with the workers’ compensation process Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) Able to follow directions Able to multi-task and organize own work activities Must be willing to travel locally within 3 locations Pay Range 25.00-32.00 An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr

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