Quality, Environmental & Safety Management Specialist - White Bear Lake, MN - Full-Time

• Monitor and analyze production and operational data to ensure products and services meet defined quality criteria.
• Assist in developing and enforcing internal quality standards, procedures, and inspection methods.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for product non-conformities, process deviations, and customer complaints.
• Conduct quality checks and audits of processes, materials, and finished goods.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing results, and quality performance metrics.
• Update and maintain Quality Control folders with the most current product revision.
• Attend ECN (Engineering Change Notice) meetings to follow up on product defects and revisions.
• Track supplier performance, including probationary status, and determine release based on approved receipt thresholds.

• Track and report environmental performance indicators (e.g., waste generation, chemical usage, water and energy consumption).
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, local air/water boards).
• Support hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal in compliance with regulations.
• Promote and support sustainability efforts including waste reduction, recycling, and energy conservation initiatives.
• Assist in preparing environmental reports, permits, and incident documentation.

• Monitor compliance with company safety policies and applicable safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Conduct regular workplace safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Assist with incident investigations and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Track and report on safety metrics such as near misses, injuries, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate and support safety training for employees, including new hire orientation, job-specific safety topics, and first aid/CPR training and recertification.
• Track forklift certification and required recertification schedules.
• Maintain documentation for Safety Data Sheets (SDS), training records, and incident reports.
• Support field safety programs, including the provision and tracking of PPE kits and monitoring safety occurrences by location or task.
• Manage fire suppression equipment, including annual fire extinguisher servicing and coordination of fire and severe weather drills.
• Restart and facilitate the home office safety team, including scheduling regular meetings and reviewing the legacy 2017 Safety SOP.

• Develop and deliver employee training on quality practices, environmental awareness, and workplace safety.
• Work cross-functionally with production, maintenance, engineering, and compliance teams to resolve issues and implement improvements.
• Participate in internal audits and inspections related to quality, environmental, and safety practices.
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning for environmental, quality, or safety-related incidents.
• Partner with central operations supervisors to ensure proper carton labeling for shipments, and audit compliance with critical label requirements (e.g., lithium battery warnings, air transport restrictions).

• 2+ years of experience in a quality, environmental, or safety-related role—preferably in manufacturing, industrial operations, or logistics.
• Familiarity with environmental and safety regulations (e.g., EPA, OSHA, RCRA, Clean Air/Water Act).
• Experience with data collection and reporting tools for compliance and performance monitoring.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with tools like Excel, Power BI, or other data management/reporting platforms.

• Knowledge of root cause analysis, FMEA, or Lean/Six Sigma methodologies (certification not required).
• Experience delivering employee training and conducting audits.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact across multiple departments.
• Comfortable working in both office and industrial environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience.

• Sit and stand for long periods of time
• Keyboard; typing for long periods of time
• View computer screen(s) for long periods of time
• Work under deadlines

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