Job Description
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to work at facility in Muscatine IA. Successful candidate will be responsible for administering EHS processes that include Safety & Health Environmental Facility Security and Pandemic Planning at the factory location. The primary purpose of this position is to achieve compliance with all applicable federal state and local laws and regulations and Kraft Heinz policies/procedures and processes.
EEO Policy
Kraft Heinz is an EO employer Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
We offer a variety of benefits depending on how you chose what is best for you but what is offered are:
- Medical.
- Dental.
- Vision.
- Additional perks: Pet Insurance (EAP) Employee Assistance Program Company paid Life Insurance Company paid Short-term disability
- (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.
- A shift differential for those who work second or third shift.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Schedule:
Off Shift work schedule. Must be able to work overtime when needed.
- 2nd shift Mon Fri 3pm 11pm hours.
**Start/Stop times can slightly vary**
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
- Over 300 employees
- Original Construction1892
- 2nd Heinz Plant - First west ofMississippi.
- Opening in 1893 as Heinz Pickling Works.
- First Products: Sauerkraut HorseradishPickles
- 1895 started TomatoProcessing
- Current Products: Ketchups L&P Heinz Homestyle Gravy Single Serve Ketchup 57 Sauce and BBQ Sauces
Community Overview:
Welcome to Muscatine IA: Muscatine IA - Official Website Official Website
Job Overview:
Are you ready to work at HJ Heinzs longest operating facility and join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the U.S. This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference!
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Act as a backup for the EHS Manager during off shift hours. This includes the ability to make independent decisions triage incidents and react to situations promptly to minimize risk.
- Implement the Kraft Heinz Safety Playbook and Kraft Heinz Safety Rules
- Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
- Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list
- Drive EHS strategies that align with corporate objectives to reduce/mitigate operational risk
- Use key metrics to illustrate and affect performance in EHS at the factory location
- Communication of EHS factory results
- Participate in the annual EHS conference quarterly webcasts regional meetings etc.
- Primary liaison to collaborate with Factory Management and Supervision regarding incidents that could jeopardize the integrity of the brands
- Knowledge of applicable EHS legislation and practices that impact the factory
- EHS financial budget diligence
- Ensure that the site adheres to applicable Heinz policies/procedures processes and operating principles
- Recommends new policies or procedures as necessary
- Coordinates and assists with the implementation of continuous improvement principles into EHS elements
- Conduct audits inspections and training on a broad range of topics.
- Implement Heinz EHS Management Systems and Best Practices as designed
- Provide training to management and employees to ensure that all recognize their contribution to improved EHS performance
- Ensure compliance with any EHS legislation
- Coordinate and attend any hearings on EHS matters
- Facilitates activities related to EHS controls
- Administers new and current processes and tools to ensure compliance with all Federal State and local EHS regulations and assists the factory with these requirements
- Implement the facilitys EHS Business Plans. Ensure action items are developed and implemented for process improvement
- Assist with Injury and Claim Management
- Meet corporate deadlines and completion targets
- Injury and Claim Management
- Facilitate Workers Compensation process with diligence
- Drive optimal EHS performance results
- Assist and partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / KHMS) including leading change initiatives planning and facilitation
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Preferred Bachelors Degree in Safety and Environmental Management Industrial Hygiene or equivalent.
- Required: Basic Life Support(BLS) certified or equivalent or willing to get certified within 3 months of hire. Must meet BLS background requirements prior to employment.
- Preferred 1-3 years experience in safety and environmental management.
- Knowledge of OSHA EPA Regulations DOT Regulations and Management Systems (i.e. ISO 14001).
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) is preferred
- Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment desired
- Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment
- Good interpersonal organizational presentation and facilitation skills
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to grow with the organization and commit to doing what it takes to attain aggressive organizational objectives
- Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment problem solving and decision- making skills
- Computer Use
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events resources and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical social emotional and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role country region union status and other employment status factors for example:
Physical - Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off Company Holidays Leave of Absence Recognition Training
Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs
Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Location(s)
Muscatine Factory
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .