Senior Specialist, Project Planning

Company: Yoh
Location: Oakland
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

EHS Specialist needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific's client located in - Oakland, CA.

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This position is for a major food company , and the ideal candidate would be someone with a bachelors degree in a related field, with 3-5 years of environmental, health and safety experience is required. -Shift: Monday through Friday, day shift.
EHS Specialist will assist with promoting a safe work environment and a positive safety culture. Supports EHS managers with all aspects of occupational safety, employee health, and environmental compliance. Assists in the training and coaching of employees with safety programs and safe work practices. Multiple responsibilities surrounding data gathering, structuring, and prioritizing to identify safety trends, practices, and metrics.
Assists in the development, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of all occupational safety policies, processes, and procedures.
Will coordinate and oversee outside vendors for various services provided for safety compliance and environmental regulatory requirements.
Performs inspections and audits relating to occupational safety and recommends corrective measures. Be responsible for all required reports, metrics, and information to EHS Management and company Management in a timely manner.
Supports EHS Management and Human Resources to manage the company Return-to-Work program for injured employees.
Will support the management of the Emergency Response Team and assist ERT members with completing specific training requirements.
Responsible for creating and conducting safety training, including new employee safety orientation, in support of Impossible safety programs and policies.
Will assist Management with reviewing new or modified equipment to ensure all safety concerns are mitigated.
In conjunction with the Facilities team and Lab team, manage the hazardous waste, and prepare waste for disposal, track data and manifests, and complete all reports.
Along with EHS Management, will lead the Emergency Response Team, and participate as an active, fully trained member. May need to respond to facility emergencies at all hours.
Programs will meet corporate standards and meet regulatory requirements. Will ensure all necessary training is provided to employees and vendors.
Responsible for ensuring storm water inspections and storm water sampling is conducted, as required.
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Bachelor's degree (B.in a related field is desired, but not required.
- 3-5 years of safety experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is required.
- Professional certifications in Environmental, Health & Safety are preferred.
-3-5 years of environmental, health and safety experience is required.
- Ability to maintain excellent recordkeeping, inventory, and accountability.
- Proficient skills in data entry, technical writing, Microsoft Office suite programs, and Google suite programs are required.
- Must have demonstrated industry practices knowledge and experience implementing policies and procedures. Contract: 6-month contract with possibility of extension and/or conversion
Pay rate: $85 - $95 per hour depending on experience, with OT pay, W2.
Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
-401K Retirement Saving Plan
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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