Ravago Americas LLC
Health & Safety Environmental Specialist
Ravago Americas LLC, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Purpose
Coordinate, administrate and enforce Environmental, Health & Safety (HSE) programs to ensure both field and site operations at Mays comply with Federal, State and Local regulations. Meet requirements of suppliers' HSE protocols, Ravago's HSE program and policies that enforce all employees working in a safe environment and effectively implementing Ravago's environmental initiatives.
Essential Functions Practice the principles of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles following GFSI guidelines. Assess the hazards of manufacturing processes and ensure the implementation of safety systems to keep employees and the environment safe, with a focus on Life Critical Procedures and operational safety. Maintain, revise and enforce systems and programs, which teach and promote compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (HSE) and DOT regulations, initiatives, procedures, and policies, including local, state, and federal rules leading to the protection of employees, the community, and the environment. Maintain required HSE, as well as DOT training documents/files and revise as necessary. Interface with Management and Corporate HSE Team to facilitate a work environment that supports a safe and healthy culture. Create and conduct weekly, monthly and quarterly safety audits and inspections of equipment (not limited to fuel fired equipment, vehicles, machinery, and safety apparatus) to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure safety specification, regulations, and compliance are met. Provide timely follow-up on violations and corrective action implementation; up to and including conducting remedial training, as a result of internal and external findings. Conduct, attend, assist and lead health, safety and environmental education as well as DOT education for remote Mays DOT employees and Mays field employees. Regularly attend and provide status updates in project planning meetings as required. Conduct, support and advise Plant management with incident reporting and investigation findings; including, but not limited to, industrial accidents, near-miss incidents, occupational injuries, property damage, first aid and OSHA recordable events, and CAPA completion at all locations while assisting in the implementation of appropriate corrective actions. Determine causes and execute preventive measures to ensure standard operating procedures are working and effectively implemented. Oversee the formation and ongoing operations of the local safety committee. Lead, monitor and schedule required DOT and field employees in site specific safety training to include, but not be limited to, PPE fit testing, industrial hygiene testing (air & noise) and interpret results as needed. This includes annual Safety Day Training. Establish and support facility management in developing initiatives/positive reinforcements that will help motivate employees and cultivate the safety culture in the field and at Mays sites. Develop and maintain a site specific Emergency Response Plan. Maintain OSHA 300 log and all environmental permits, as (air, water, and storm water etc.). Maintain (SDS) safety data sheets, and distribute as needed. Conduct regular evaluations of the facility to ensure HSE compliance and interface with plant management. Prepare and present reports of audits to management, HSE and risk management for review. Establish rapport with worksite personnel to facilitate effective communication and coaching of best practices and process improvements. Review and recommend approval of site specific safety plans, Job Loss Analysis (JLA) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA). Communicate with dispatch and have an awareness of where all field activities are being conducted daily. Review and prepare responses to contractor Safety Requests for Information (RFI's). Effectively enforce administrative stop work authority. Oversee Learning Management System (LMS) as it relates to HSE new-hire and refresher training. Coordinate and work with RHA; Corporate Insurance Manager as needed. Competencies; Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA)
Excellent interpersonal and problem solving Excellent written and verbal communication Time Management (Critical) Detail oriented, disciplined, ability to prioritize & multi-task Ethical Practice and Integrity Analytical Customer Service Quality and Quality Management Strategic Thinking Judgement Professionalism Teamwork Travel required periodically Minimum Qualifications/ Education / Experience / Certifications
Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree. Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) a plus 4+ years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental. Experience working in the chemical processing or manufacturing plants, preferred. DOT experience is a plus. Knowledge of applicable regulations (OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, IATA, IMDG, EPA, DOT). Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suites, Outlook and other software).
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS : Ravago Americas is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.
Coordinate, administrate and enforce Environmental, Health & Safety (HSE) programs to ensure both field and site operations at Mays comply with Federal, State and Local regulations. Meet requirements of suppliers' HSE protocols, Ravago's HSE program and policies that enforce all employees working in a safe environment and effectively implementing Ravago's environmental initiatives.
Essential Functions Practice the principles of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles following GFSI guidelines. Assess the hazards of manufacturing processes and ensure the implementation of safety systems to keep employees and the environment safe, with a focus on Life Critical Procedures and operational safety. Maintain, revise and enforce systems and programs, which teach and promote compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (HSE) and DOT regulations, initiatives, procedures, and policies, including local, state, and federal rules leading to the protection of employees, the community, and the environment. Maintain required HSE, as well as DOT training documents/files and revise as necessary. Interface with Management and Corporate HSE Team to facilitate a work environment that supports a safe and healthy culture. Create and conduct weekly, monthly and quarterly safety audits and inspections of equipment (not limited to fuel fired equipment, vehicles, machinery, and safety apparatus) to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure safety specification, regulations, and compliance are met. Provide timely follow-up on violations and corrective action implementation; up to and including conducting remedial training, as a result of internal and external findings. Conduct, attend, assist and lead health, safety and environmental education as well as DOT education for remote Mays DOT employees and Mays field employees. Regularly attend and provide status updates in project planning meetings as required. Conduct, support and advise Plant management with incident reporting and investigation findings; including, but not limited to, industrial accidents, near-miss incidents, occupational injuries, property damage, first aid and OSHA recordable events, and CAPA completion at all locations while assisting in the implementation of appropriate corrective actions. Determine causes and execute preventive measures to ensure standard operating procedures are working and effectively implemented. Oversee the formation and ongoing operations of the local safety committee. Lead, monitor and schedule required DOT and field employees in site specific safety training to include, but not be limited to, PPE fit testing, industrial hygiene testing (air & noise) and interpret results as needed. This includes annual Safety Day Training. Establish and support facility management in developing initiatives/positive reinforcements that will help motivate employees and cultivate the safety culture in the field and at Mays sites. Develop and maintain a site specific Emergency Response Plan. Maintain OSHA 300 log and all environmental permits, as (air, water, and storm water etc.). Maintain (SDS) safety data sheets, and distribute as needed. Conduct regular evaluations of the facility to ensure HSE compliance and interface with plant management. Prepare and present reports of audits to management, HSE and risk management for review. Establish rapport with worksite personnel to facilitate effective communication and coaching of best practices and process improvements. Review and recommend approval of site specific safety plans, Job Loss Analysis (JLA) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA). Communicate with dispatch and have an awareness of where all field activities are being conducted daily. Review and prepare responses to contractor Safety Requests for Information (RFI's). Effectively enforce administrative stop work authority. Oversee Learning Management System (LMS) as it relates to HSE new-hire and refresher training. Coordinate and work with RHA; Corporate Insurance Manager as needed. Competencies; Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA)
Excellent interpersonal and problem solving Excellent written and verbal communication Time Management (Critical) Detail oriented, disciplined, ability to prioritize & multi-task Ethical Practice and Integrity Analytical Customer Service Quality and Quality Management Strategic Thinking Judgement Professionalism Teamwork Travel required periodically Minimum Qualifications/ Education / Experience / Certifications
Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree. Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) a plus 4+ years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental. Experience working in the chemical processing or manufacturing plants, preferred. DOT experience is a plus. Knowledge of applicable regulations (OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, IATA, IMDG, EPA, DOT). Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suites, Outlook and other software).
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS : Ravago Americas is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.