EHS Specialist- 2nd shift Job at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc., San Diego, CA

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  • Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

The EHS Specialist is responsible for providing technical environmental, health and safety support to

Ajinomoto Foods (AFNA) assigned plant(s) and personnel. Essential functions include supporting the

evaluation of environmental, health and safety programs and coordinating plant activities to support local

and corporate objectives. The EHS Specialist will influence behavior and inspire commitment on the part

of all personnel in complying with Ajinomoto safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment.

The EHS Specialist will provide oversite to a designated plant(s) to ensure compliance with all corporate

EHS programs and policies under the direction of a Site EHS Manager.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Be a leader and champion for continual improvement in environment, health, and safety.

• Coach, counsel and guide department leaders and team members to ensure EHS programs and

policies are adhered to.

• Conduct frequent facility walk arounds to help in the identification of hazards that pose risks to

site personnel.

• Assist with the execution of administrative programs for the preparation, distribution and

maintenance of written programs, policies, procedures and records such as SDS, lockout/tag out

procedures and OSHA reporting.

• Compose site specific work methods, JSAs, LOTO procedures, risk assessments etc.

• Assist with injuries and post-accident case management and investigations.

• Provide support for maintaining waste water and stormwater compliance.

• Perform facility inspections and audits in alignment with local, state and federal regulations and

site specific permits.

• Conduct and support employee training utilizing company provided training tools.

• Help ensure plant is following company’s PSM program.

• Assist in maintaining OSHA 300 log.

• Support Behavior Based Safety (BBS) programs by driving participation, supplying critical data,

and coaching.

• Track and report monthly Safety Scorecard requirements as necessary.

• May support other plants with similar responsibilities as outline on this description.

• Perform other related job duties and projects as assigned.

• Subject to the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and

Ajinomoto Food’s HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures, assisting the Ajinomoto

Food health plan with day-to-day activities involving protected health information, including but not

limited to, assisting with employee claims, coordinating benefits, determining health claim status,

determining eligibility for coverage, budgeting and renewal, billing and collection activities,

obtaining assistance from third-parties for plan functions, and any other duties delegated by the

HIPAA Privacy or Security Officer.

Position Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Safety, or STEM related discipline preferred.

• Minimum one (1) year of manufacturing experience preferred.

• Knowledge of the safety and health programs, policies, risk identification

• and control strategies, and federal and state regulations preferred.

• Completion of OSHA 30 course required.

• Knowledge of auditing processes (ISO, OSHA, or equivalent guideline related) preferred.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details required.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results.

• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone, or in a team environment with limited supervision.

• Strong leadership, motivational, and presentation skills required.

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.)

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the plant. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak, hear, taste, and smell. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear as well as interact with other employees. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Individual must be able to effectively work in a normal production environment where temperatures and noise levels may vary. Generally, the incumbent must be able to sit/stand and use a computer for extended periods of time.

 

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

 

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

 

Salary: $80,000/year + 10 STI bonus

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Afternoon shift,

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