EHS Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Russell Stover Chocolates
- Abilene, KS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Implement, review, and revise written safety programs and procedures
- Perform relevant inspections and audits capture and complete or delegate necessary countermeasures
- Document and maintain regulatory records including incident reports and OSHA Logs.
- Measure and track Safety KPIs
- Respond to EHS related incidents and participating in incident investigation
- Recommend countermeasures based on incident investigation and collaborating with operating departments to implement them
- Provide coaching and guidance to employees, supervisors, and managers on safe work practices
- Promote safety-first mindset through ongoing education and engagement
- Identify and manage correction of safety and environmental deficiencies
- Maintain an accurate chemical and hazardous materials inventory
- Perform risk assessments collaboratively on the plant floor to evaluate job/task hazards across departments, track and report risk levels, and prioritize mitigation efforts based on highest risk
- Administer various safety programs (hearing testing, incident follow-up)
- Deliver Continuous Improvement - Build capability, establish best practices, and use standardized work processes to improve safety performance
- Enhance the site capabilities in critical hazard program management, including but not limited to hazardous energy control; fall protection, mobile equipment and pedestrian interactions; powered industrial trucks; work permitting
- Adhere to Workplace Safety Policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards
- Complete and follow EHS and Food Safety and Quality Assurance(FSQA) training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s workplace safety, food safety and quality objectives
- Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential workplace safety, food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities
- Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the company’s Workplace and Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role
(Basic Qualifications)
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years experience in EHS role
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without accommodation
- Functional knowledge of manufacturing operations and process flow.
- Knowledge of safety standards, risk identification, and determining compliance.
- Demonstrated proficiency with a computer, MS software and EHS reporting systems
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without accommodation
(Preferred Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Science degree in Safety, Environment, Engineering, or professional EHS certifications (ASP, CSP, OHST, etc.)
- Previous experience implementing safety standards
- Experience leading lean manufacturing improvement initiatives
- Willingness to attend specific training courses and educational opportunities as needed
- Flexibility to provide support to all shifts as needed
- Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority, and we’ve got you covered with protective gear. On day one, you’ll dive into Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training, and we’ll keep you on your toes with daily safety tips to ensure you’re always in the know!
- Surroundings: Get ready to work alongside a variety of equipment like automated packing machines, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and those irresistible chocolate candy banks/steels – it’s a dynamic environment where every day brings something new!
- Active & Engaging Work: Whether you’re on your feet for extended periods, moving around, climbing ladders, or lifting up to 50 lbs, there’s never a dull moment. This is a place where you’ll stay on the move!
- Comfortable Climate: In most roles, you will be comfortable year-round with our climate-controlled environment.
- Appealing Smells: The air is filled with sweet aromas of chocolate, and by the time your shift ends, you might just leave smelling like chocolate!
- Dress to Impress (Food Safety Style): A simple yet important dress code ensures safety and hygiene, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to keep everything running smoothly.
- Allergens: You will be exposed to a variety of ingredients that may be considered food allergens.