Full-Time
EHS Specialist
Posted on 4/12/2024
Produces plant-based meat alternatives
Consumer Goods
Junior, Mid
El Segundo, CA, USA
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety or Related Field
- 3+ years of experience working in an EHS role in a laboratory or food manufacturing environment
- 3+ years of leadership experience with training and SOP development
- Experience with Cal/OSHA, Hazardous Waste Management, and Behavioral Based Safety Programs mandatory
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements
- Leadership skills, focused on results, employee engagement, decision making, and teamwork
- Ability to quantitatively review technical procedures and representative regulations
- Strong analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills and attention to detail
- High-level ability to build strong relationships and influence technical, business, and operational decisions
- Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to work on multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Strong Microsoft and/or Google experience; experience utilizing EPA website
Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance and EHS projects
- Manage and supervise the implementation, training and maintenance of Workplace Violence Plan and Injury, Illness and Prevention Plan
- Manage and supervise all compliance training for California and Remote Team Members in connection with EHS matters
- Assist in developing compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports
- Coordinate and implement safety programs in support of Operations and Quality
- Build strong collaborative relationships with Quality, Facilities, Commercialization and Innovation Team Members
- Coordinate employee PPE programs to include boots and headgear
- Assist with incident investigations and contribute toward identifying and implementing root cause countermeasures
- Assist with job safety analysis to proactively identify potential hazards and implement countermeasures
- Identify follow-up corrective actions to close audit findings
- Assist in managing external vendors in support of projects and programs such as CPR training, ergonomic assessments, and first aid
- Assist with creating, implementing, and managing programs associated with Employee Health and Safety
- Review company-mandated and regulatory records for completion, accuracy, and adherence to internal processes
- Works with site leadership team on proactively improving the EHS Department and Corporate/R&D facility, EHS related site operations, and safety program needs
- Adhere to all facility policies concerning safety, security, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
- Performs other duties, as assigned, and follows through on requests in a timely manner
The company specializes in plant-based meat products, including burgers, crumbles, and sausages made with simple, clean ingredients. Their products utilize plant-based protein formulations and sustainable ingredient sourcing to shift from animal to plant-based meat, aiming to positively impact human health, climate change, natural resource constraints, and animal welfare.
Company Stage
Series H
Total Funding
$157.1M
Headquarters
El Segundo, California
Founded
2009
Growth & Insights
Headcount