ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and leader in bio-based products in the world. Beyond our world-class culture, POET team members enjoy competitive pay and benefits including;

 

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses, and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
• Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Excellent work-life balance with a 'family-first' culture
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Discounted home and auto insurance

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist is the leader of environmental, health, and safety programs at the POET bioprocessing facility.  This role works with other members of the local leadership team and the EH&S members to ensure a culture that prioritizes environment, health, and safety. The EH&S Specialist is the primary interface with government agencies and the local expert on environmental compliance and safety-related matters. They are responsible for leading the implementation of POET environmental and safety management systems, including audits and inspection, incident investigations, report generation and analysis, and behavior observations. They also lead trainings and are responsible for safeguarding critical records and training documentation for the Environmental Health and Safety Program.  The EH&S Specialist must also be ready to assist our Design & Construction business partners in monitoring contractor safety performance on projects at the facility.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY (IF THERE IS ONE)…

• Champion safety and environmental at the facility, utilizing influential leadership skills to drive and improve the facility culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance.
• Function as the primary liaison between your bioprocessing facility and government agencies.
• Serve as the local expert resource for environmental compliance issues, including a thorough understanding of the facility’s environmental permits, hazardous waste management, stormwater, RMP, SPCC, and other applicable state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Recommend solutions to streamline processes, eliminate waste and improve sustainability of robust compliance management systems.
• Generate, analyze & submit thoughtful daily, weekly, monthly and annual safety and environmental reports. Coordinate and/or take samples as needed.
• Lead and coordinate incident investigations following EHS events. Ensure proper documentation is completed and submitted to proper agencies when required.
• Lead and direct safety and environmental audits, incident investigations and other activities as needed throughout the facility.
• Lead safety and environmental training for a variety of people including new and existing team members and contractors.
• Remain up to date on new safety-related regulations, safety equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure written EHS programs are reviewed and kept current. Effectively communicate changes to team members.
• Lead bioprocessing facility safety committee and actively facilitate the site safety committee meetings.
• Maintain permit-required recordkeeping for a variety of environmental, health & safety programs.
• Collect data, manage filing systems of the EH&S management systems, and maintain training records for each team member.
• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill may be put to a lot of other uses!

 

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• Senior EHS Specialist Education/Experience Requirements:
  • Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a safety, environmental science, or engineering field or 8+ plus years of experience in EHS work is preferred.
  • National Safety Council’s Advance Safety Certificate is required. Higher-level certifications can be substituted; these include Associate Safety Professional, Certified Safety Profess