Safety & Environmental Specialist

This position is based at the NuAire facilities in Plymouth, MN and will report to the Director of Safety and Environmental based in Statesville, NC.  They will be responsible for advising and assisting NuAire in achieving world class performance in safety and environmental health along with maintaining regulatory compliance.  Will assist management with training, audits, reports and permits.  This is a highly visible position in an organization that includes safety and environmental health as a core value.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Conducts OSHA, EPA, and DOT required training that includes but is not limited to: Forklift, Hazardous Waste, Spill Prevention, Fall Protection, Confined        Space, Fire Safety, Ergonomics, PPE, Hazard Communication and Lockout/TagoutMaintains
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS) inventory
• Performs inspections on emergency equipment including fire extinguishers and eyewash stations
• Utilizes lean manufacturing and Kaizen techniques to identify potential safety hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Performs industrial hygiene monitoring including noise levels and air quality
• Assists in incident and close call investigations and recommends corrective actions
• Assists in maintaining environmental permits
• Assists in Hazardous Waste compliance including area inspections, reviewing waste profiles and coordinating pickups
• Performs safety and environmental audits and tracks open items to completion
• Researches, recommends, and maintains inventory of PPE
• Prepares safety/environmental information for KPI reports

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

 A bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health or related field is required.  Technical knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations is a must.  2 to 4 years' experience in the manufacturing is required.  Associate or Certified Safety Professional designation preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific or technical journals, financials and/or legal documents.  Ability to respond to inquiries, complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.  Ability to present information to top management, public groups and/or boards.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook.  Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to manage and successfully meet goals are required.  Must be tactful and able to work with a diverse group of Associates and outside resources. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.    

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Some exposure to loud noise requires hearing protection.

SALARY RANGE: $29-$43 Based on Experience

Salary : $29 - $43