Environmental Health Safety Specialist (EHS)

Exciting Opportunity Alert! EHS Specialist onsite in Yankton, SD! Are you an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional looking for a great company? Do you have a passion for ensuring workplace safety and optimizing workers' compensation functions? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join us at RealTruck as a EHS Specialist! Our benefits include: Weekly Pay PTO 401K with company match Medical, vision & dental Tuition reimbursement 10 holidays 50% discount on products, and more Ready to take on this exciting opportunity? Please submit your application today! OVERVIEW The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist will provide environmental health and safety technical support to the brand. This role will recommend changes to protect workers and educate employees using safety training programs and tools to prevent accidents. CORE FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate EH&S activities and culture through strong leadership and communication.
• Coordinate and provide ongoing EH&S training for all employees. Assist with new employee safety orientation. o Conduct routine safety observation tours; follow-up on open issues. o Coordinate emergency procedures, training, and practice drills. o Coordinate chemical awareness training and monitor on a continuous basis. o Plans and implements programs to train supervisors and employees to meet standards and enhance the company safety culture.
• Investigate work related incidents, injuries, and/or illnesses and determine a root cause.
• Coordinate with appropriate EH&S analysts, hygienists, consultants, engineers, and suppliers related to the EH&S needs of the organization. o Assist in the development of effective EH&S countermeasure to continuously improve safety objectives.
• Ensure legislative compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Advise management on the compliance status, cost, and technical improvements needed to achieve compliance.
• Lead the safety committee and help to coordinate activities, recommendations, and accountability of identified issues.
• Maintain EH&S tracking reports and provide statistical analysis as required. Ensure all environmental reports are submitted accurately and on time.
• Manage OHSA 300 Log(s).
• Administer Worker’s Compensation and applicable FMLA programs in line with company policy.
• Participate and support Human Resources initiatives.
• Serve as a positive leader and mentor by exhibiting and instructing desirable behaviors, culture, and skill sets.
• Organize materials at workstation and department according to 6S standards.
• Maintain record keeping for applicable programs.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment. Correct any unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Perform other related and non-related duties as assigned through on-the-job training. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 2+ years of EH&S/Safety experience is required. Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
• Knowledge of EH&S policies and procedures.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with state and federal laws.
• Strong training ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills.