Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

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Our Story:

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Location: Centerville, Iowa

What we’re looking for:

The EHS Specialist will partner with the site operations team to help drive safety as a core value. The EHS Specialist will work under the direction of the EHS Manager.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

• Provide direct support to the plant EHS Manager and plant staff: investigate, recognize, report, and recommend corrective actions on safety and environmental compliance issues
• Communicate safety priorities, regulatory updates, and corrective actions clearly and consistently across the facility
• Coordinate with supervisors and shop floor personnel to engage in daily safety discussions
• Conduct daily Gemba walks
• Assist with incident investigations
• Learn, read, understand, and communicate EHS regulatory requirements
• Develop and deliver clear, effective EHS training to employees in alignment with OSHA requirements and company policies
• Audit and maintain systems to ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental programs of facility
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety and environmental compliance
• Support OSHA compliance inspections
• Perform other duties as assigned

What are the basic qualifications?

• Associate degree or in lieu of education minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong Communication and Presentation skills
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

What are the preferred qualifications?

• Previous EHS experience in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training
• Knowledge of safety (OSHA, NFPA & ANSI) and environmental (EPA) regulations
• Ability to contribute and participate in a team environment
• Ability to accomplish assigned tasks, provide feedback, construct plans, and demonstrate confidence in team leader and member roles.

To be a great fit for the role:

• Experience in Enablon or other EHS platforms
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 regulatory requirements
• Experience in coaching, training, networking and facilitation

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• Respects and Values People
• Expectations for Results
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

 

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