EHS Partner - York, PA
Company: UNFI
Location: York
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
PURPOSE: The Environmental Health & Safety Partner supports the
UNFI teams to deliver on a critical UNFI value: Do the Right Thing
Put Safety and Integrity at the Forefront of Everything We Do. The
EHS Partner at the site is responsible for ensuring the execution
of the company s EHS strategy and goals in a fast paced and complex
environment. This role will serve as a main advisor on EHS matters
for the Distribution Center s (DC) stakeholders including but not
limited to operations, human resources, claims and security/loss
prevention leaders. This role will assist with the development,
implementation and maintenance of the EHS management system at the
site.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:As a key member of the site leadership
team, you will:1. Execute injury prevention programs/initiatives to
motivate and influence the creation of a world class safety culture
and minimize injury risk.2. Identify, assess, and control
site-level hazards, including supporting Supervisors in completing
detailed incident investigations with root cause analyses.3.
Analyze and identify trends that increase injury and accident
frequency/severity; develop and direct the implementation of
training programs using the appropriate media.4. Partner and
collaborate with all functional leaders to influence and help
manage EHS resources, projects, and business decisions.5. Provide
input on the design of standardized safety systems, policies,
training, campaigns and programs to reduce risk, and ensure
compliance with federal, state, and local laws.6. Support
environmental compliance and claims programs.7. Create a network of
internal (operations, human resources, finance, legal, claims and
security/loss prevention) and external alliances (industry
partners, safety groups) to develop and implement EHS policies,
programs, procedures, standards, training, and processes.8. Perform
other job duties as required.JOB
REQUIREMENTS:Education/Certification:Associates degree with major
course work in EHS, risk management or a closely related field is
required.Bachelor s degree with major course work in EHS, risk
management or a closely related field is preferred.ASP (Associate
Safety Professional) certification is preferred.Certified Safety
Professional (CSP) designation; Certified Industrial Hygienist
(CIH), or other professionally recognized certifications in EHS
(ISO 14001/ISO 45001) are highly desirable.Experience:3+ years of
progressive EHS program management experience.Ability to coordinate
planning and collaboration with other business functions in a way
that is mutually beneficial and drives continuous
improvement.Ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and
implement programs designed to effectively change behavior and
prevent injury using data- and research-driven methods.Ability to
analyze and independently resolve a variety of difficult situations
and problems using timely decision making.Knowledge:Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact and
influence effectively with all levels of management, employees, and
customers and experience collaborating with unions.Familiarity of
OSHA, Root Cause Investigation, Incident Investigation procedures,
Hazard Assessment, Job Safety Assessments. EPABroad working
knowledge of federal, state & local EHS laws and
regulationsSkills/Abilities:Training and coaching skillsAbility to
work flexible hoursExcellent communication skillsProficient with
Microsoft Word, Power point and ExcelAdapts well to and initiates
change in the organization.PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:Some
travel may be requiredMost work is performed in a
temperature-controlled office environment or a distribution center
environment, including cooler/freezer for short periods of
timeIncumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer
terminalWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
reach with hands and arms; and talk or hearIncumbent may use
calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the
course of normal workdayStooping, bending, twisting and reaching
may be required in completion of job dutiesAll qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran
status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating
an inclusive and respectful environment for all. -
M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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