Facility Safety, Health & Environmental Specialist

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At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Specialist Facility SH&E promotes excellence in Safety, Health, and Environmental Sustainability at the site by providing SH&E guidance, support, and training. This position will ensure daily compliance with government law/regulations as well as Nestlé Policy. The Specialist Facility SH&E will complete and maintain a variety of assessments to identify hazards and collaborate with the onsite team to create an action plan to eliminate identified hazards.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide SH&E Leadership (35%)
• Foster a culture where Safety, Health, and Environmental Sustainability are ingrained as a core value.
• Coordinate, support, and/or facilitate all SH&E trainings to ensure compliance and competency.
• Provide support, guidance, and leadership for all SH&E programs.
• Provide guidance and oversight of incident investigations. Ensure follow-up is complete to minimize future exposure and proper records/documentation is maintained.
• Assess and Manage Risks (25%)
• Analyze SH&E conditions and recommend changes to continuously improve facility SH&E performance.
• Participate on the SHE committee team.
• Conduct risk assessments for existing jobs and new equipment/processes.
• Implement Management Systems (25%)
• Ensure site maintains continuous “audit ready” state of compliance with company SH&E policies and procedures as well as all applicable external regulatory requirements.
• Implement processes and procedures (SOPs) to ensure facility compliance with company and regulatory agency policies—including federal, state, and local legislation and regulations pertaining to worker safety and preservation of the environment.
• Delight Consumers and Live up to Stakeholder Expectations (10%)
• Maintain and report accurate SH&E data/metrics at the site as well as in designated Nestlé systems.
• Protect the Future by Making the Right Choices (5%)
• Ensure the practical implementation and day-to-day compliance with applicable Security and SH&E guidelines.
  

Experience And Education Requirements

• A B.S. degree in safety, health, environmental or similar discipline is required.
• Professional certifications in SH&E-related fields are considered beneficial and may include CSP, CIH, OHST, NEBOSH, etc.
• 1–2 years’ experience in a Safety & Health role or related field in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a team environment.
• Understanding of ISO 14001, OHSAS 45001, LEAN and TPM concepts.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, & DOT. Ability to reference, comprehend, and communicate applicable regulations is required.
• Technical understanding of SH&E topics and their relationship to production/engineering job functions.
• Must be capable of making well-informed decisions in both routine and non-routine situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Must be capable of working in a fast-paced environment, at times with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence cross-functionally.
• Strong demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. Must be detailed and results-oriented.
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
  

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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Job Requisition: 380824