EHS Specialist in Freeman SD, USA - AP

• Dairy marketing cooperative owned by 2,000 farm families and managed by its 1,200 employees.

The primary role of the EHS Specialist is to implement all policies and procedures that comprise the EHS program including, but not limited to, evaluation and control of safety and health hazards in the workplace, routine hazard recognition, environmental management, and performs routine tasks associated with inspection of necessary equipment. The EHS Specialist also ensures the manufacturing of a quality food product by performing finished product inspections, monitoring sanitization processes, reviewing documentation, and performing a variety of standard microbiological, chemical and physical or sensory tests. This position must follow all GMP, HACCP, safety, and all other regulatory and plant policies and procedures.

• Job Type: Full Time Non Exempt
• Starting Salary: $25 - $26
• Shift Premium: Additional $1.50/hour for nigh shift
• Hours Per Week: 40+
• Overtime: when required, this is a non exempt position.
• Workweek: Monday through Friday. Can work extra days when needed.
• Shift: 8AM – 4PM, flexible (for example, 7:30AM – 4PM)
• Payment Days: Biweekly on Thursdays
• Payment Type: Direct Deposit
• Rest Breaks: as needed, generally 2 rest breaks and a meal break.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time: 1. All employees have an obligation to report employee safety, food safety and food quality issues to personnel of authority. 2. This position has a heightened food safety and food quality responsibilities. 3. Directly support Environmental, Health and Safety at facility by training and enforcing safety programs and policies and initiatives. 4. Administer continuous training programs that comply with OSHA regulations and develop safe work behaviors. 5. Manage industrial hygiene programs including medical testing, physicals, respiratory testing, fit testing; and conducts monitoring of contaminants as required by respective standards. 6. Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste inspections, identification, containerization, consolidation, labeling, accumulation and shipment for disposal and maintain records of such. 7. Collect, document and record site EHS monitoring including, but not limited to, area noise measurements, carbon monoxide, heat exposure, and storm water samples. 8. Apply the Company drug and alcohol testing program, complying with federal and state laws. 9. Schedule and conduct site EHS compliance inspections, perform records documentation and provide corrective action response recommendations and tracking. 10. Use a working knowledge of personal, industrial & occupational safety to manage safety programs such as Life Safety Code, Forklift Operations, Hoist & Crane Operations, Lifting Equipment, Job Safety Analysis, Blood borne Pathogen Exposure Control, Respiratory Protection, PPE Program, Hazard Communication and other OSHA required programs. 11. Promote technical safety and occupational health awareness through internal company communications, such as newsletters, committee meetings, 5-minute safety talks, best practices, and specific training programs. 12. Support maintenance, plant services and quality assurance to implement engineering controls and food safety while minimizing employee safety and occupational health hazards. 13. Identify and develop corrective actions for potential hazards by auditing facilities, machinery and safety equipment. 14. Manage DOT driver files, random drug screening and DOT documentation in the company’s electronic system. 15. Utilize and analyze safety and health metrics, trend and data to understand what is working well and where gaps exist. Provide quick response and program reprioritization to prevent injuries and risks. 16. Manage location’s workers compensation program closely monitoring claims, review reports, conduct timely and thorough investigations, identify corrective actions and ensure actions are complete. 17. Complies, reports on time and maintains OSHA and environmental reporting and documentation. 18. Maintain employee training and records for relevant occupational health and safety, environmental and DOT topics. 19. Support effective two-way communications with all employees by championing safety committees, time on the floor and shift change EHS information. 20. Execute required tests on finished product according to SOPs and customer requirements. 21. Responsible for daily/weekly calibration of lab equipment such as pH meters and scales, sample collection, sample preparations, etc. 22. Support investigations for improvement projects (e.g. testing done for continuous improvement). 23. Communicate out-of-specification product results to supervisor. 24. Conduct daily routine sample analyses using lab techniques and other instrumentation following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). 25. Organize laboratory records and files. Ensure compliance to procedures and work instructions. 26. Ensure correct recording of laboratory and quality records in compliance with SOPs including storage and retrieval of records. 27. Support laboratory activities to ensure that a high quality of products, services, housekeeping, and hygiene standards are maintained and improved in laboratory and other analytical areas. 28. Supports laboratory compliance (calibration, equipment testing, etc.) to SQF and AMPI requirements. 29. Employee shall follow and support execution from all staff of company policy on all required GMP, quality and food safety requirements and escalate quality or food safety findings or incidents. 30. Collect data and assist in regulatory reporting. 31. Member of the Food Safety Teams, Crisis Management team, SQF Team and Safety Team. 32. Work weekends and holidays in exigent circumstance. 33. Other duties as assigned

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

• Three to five years of experience managing and leading operational safety, preferably within the food industry with proven ability to deliver results. • Technical knowledge of fluid milk, cheese and drying operations is preferred. • Certified Safety Professional with OSHA 511 course completion preferred. • First Responder, Basic Life Support Training preferred. • Understanding of the 1904 Recordkeeping Standards and 1910 General Industry Standards; • Knowledge of Investigations, Hazard recognition, Training, Recordkeeping, and Behavioral Safety. • Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP’s, OSHA and loss control programs highly desirable. • Prior experience in manufacturing is a plus.

Is the worker required to supervise other workers? None. Criminal Background Check? Yes, must be able to pass a criminal background check before departure from place of recruitment. A) Employer will perform a CBC if the candidate is/has been in the US; and B) Applicant must also provide a Carta de no Antecedentes Penales from the Mexican government, requested by the recruitment company. Drug Test? Yes, must pass a Panel 5 drug test before departure from place of recruitment. Positive cannabis result is not aceptable to perform the duties. Please see Drug Test Policy attached. A) Employer will coordinate it if the candidate is in the USA. B) Recruitment company will coordinate it if the applicant is in México. English Level Requirement: Advanced, will need to be nearly fluent in reading/writing/speaking/listening. Must attend the job training? Yes If so, how long is the training? Do you have Spanish spoken trainers/training materials? Is it a English spoken or bilingual environment? it'll take a few weeks. Will be in English Must attend safety meetings? Yes Drivers license required: Yes, Mexican license is OK. Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in safety management, industrial health and safety, a discipline of safety engineering or related field from accredited college or university or a combination of education and relevant work experience.

The following are required competencies of the position that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job: • Thorough understanding and broad application of safety regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques. • Demonstrated proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite including; Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, internet/intranet and other organizational specific software. • Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills. • Knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques required. • Professional communication skills for both internal and external customers, coworkers, team members and consultants. • Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. • Possess traits of honesty, integrity, creativity and flexibility. • Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills. • Must have high level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately. • Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved. • Basic understanding of equipment operations and minor troubleshooting ability. • Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of confidentiality, safety, health, quality and efficiency. • Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance. • Ability to understand daily production needs. • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills, with the ability to lead, participate, and/or work directly with cross-functional teams and/or individuals. • Ability to plan, initiate, direct and carry out short and long-term programs. • Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize. • Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct, hierarchical control. • Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to a continually changing environment. • Detail oriented, be quality minded. • Excellent interpersonal skills.

Physical requirements: The physical and mental demands 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. Office – Work is performed in a general office environment with low to moderate noise exposure. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear; taste or smell. The majority of the time is spent seated at a work station with access to telephone, computer, printer, files, and reference materials. Requires frequent verbal communication either in person, by telephone or by use of online interactive communication, to interact with vendors, suppliers, and consultants. Requires frequent written communication by requiring frequent typing and writing. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Manufacturing – Work is performed in a manufacturing plant. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee will frequently have to walk and stand. The employee should have the ability to regularly lift up to 55lbs. The employee must be able to push and pull up to 75lbs. Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations above 4 feet. Employees are regularly exposed to cold temperatures when performing tasks in storage areas. Employees are regularly exposed to warm or hot temperatures with moderate to high humidity levels varying based on the location of the work area. The employee is regularly exposed to wet walking surfaces. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING 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. Office - This job operates in a professional office environment. Employees will work face-to-face with others on a daily basis. Some may share office space. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment. The employee may be exposed to very low levels of ammonia. Manufacturing - Employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, wet work conditions, fumes or airborne particles. Employee is occasionally exposed to warm conditions with regular exposure to temperature conditions in excess of 100*F or cold temperatures when working in cold storage areas. The employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. Employee is regularly exposed to chemicals during sanitation processes. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally at a high level. The employee is not routinely exposed to weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to very low levels of ammonia. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Personal protective equipment is required depending on the job being performed, including protective eye wear, or face shields, hearing protection, hair and beard nets, uniforms and footwear. Additional equipment is required when working with chemicals, such as rubber gloves and use of chemical proof aprons as appropriate for the job being performed.

EQUIPMENT AND APPAREL

Company uniforms provided or at workers expense? What does it include? T-shirt, sweatshirt, pants: Will be provided. Fire Resistant shirts/pants Safety apparel: Will be provided. Boots, hard hat, glasses, ear plugs, etc

FLIGHT TRANSPORTATION

Paid flight to Business Location: Yes Which airport are the workers arriving at? FSD Paid Flight Home? No Grocery Stipend Upon Arrival? $125 to $250 gift card is available if needed. Will be reimbursed via payroll deduct.

WORKPLACE TRANSPORTATION

Transportation to and from Worksite? Multiple housing units within walking distance from place of employment.

JOB INCENTIVES

Worker compensation insurance: Yes 401K: Yes Health Insurance: See attachment. Paid Holidays: Please see attachment for corporate. Vacations / PTO: See attachment

HOUSING

Number of Units: Multiple housing units within walking distance from place of employment. Rooms, Individual or Shared? 2 people per room Rent Per Person (free, subsidized, paid by employee): • 125.00 - $300.00 per bi-weekly pay period for License Fee under the Housing Agreement o Housing Cost

Paychecks 1 through 6 = $125.00 § Paychecks 7 through 12 = $150.00 § Paychecks 13 through 18 = $225.00 § Paychecks 19 through 26 = $300.00 § Paychecks beyond 26: $300

Period housing is provided: Up to 1 year Utilities Included (Water, Gas, Garbage, Electricity, Wifi etc.): Water, Gas, Garbage, Electricity, Furnishing: Fully furnished. WiFi: No Cable TV: No Laundry: Yes

Employee must sign a rental agreement for the provided optional housing, and must abide by those rules. Members can stay in this housing if they are employed by the employer, and for up to 12 months. If they separate from the employer, they need to vacate immediately. Housing rules must be observed. They will be asked to vacate immediately if there are behavior problems or property damage.

STANDARD EXPENSES

THE COMPANY WILL BE PAYING/REIMBURSING FOR, IF VISA OR CHANGE OF EMPLOYER IS APPROVED: • Transportation to and from hometown to U.S. Embassy or U.S. Customers and Border Protection location • Hotel night before each appointment at US Embassy U.S. Customers and Border Protection location • Airplane fee to arrive to place of employment • Consular Process Fee DS-160 • Reciprocity Fee **** Employer will reimburse with receipts only if the visa or change of employer is approved, and after the employee is already working, and in good standing. Will need to submit expense report and will be paid on check following submission.