Specialist EHS Compliance

Aviagen North America is seeking an EHS Compliance Specialist in Sallisaw, OK, responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Key duties include managing safety programs, conducting training, maintaining compliance records, and serving as the primary contact for regulatory agencies. The role requires 2-5 years of experience in a processing environment and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time position, not remote.
Job Description Summary: We are looking for an EHS Compliance Specialist. The primary function for this position is to ensure that Aviagen complies with all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations. Job Description: Manage the maintenance and implementation of safety programs, compliance plans, and initiatives Participate in the investigation of incidents, near misses and property damage incidents Ensure follow-up is done to minimize future exposure and proper records/documents are maintained Conduct, coordinate and track various training to support company programs Conduct routine safety observations to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, company environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and practices Maintain internal and regulatory reporting including data collection and reporting including but not limited to air, storm water and surface water discharge Ensure the company meets all its legislative compliance obligations and codes Serve as primary contact for all regulatory agencies for inspections, permitting, reporting (air, water, waste). Maintain compliance with permits, government regulations and other industry practices Keep abreast of any safety and environmental law or regulation changes that impact the organization Ability to take necessary steps to ensure a safe work environment for all employees Participate in meetings to discuss workplace safety and regulatory concerns and opportunities Actively role model all company environmental, health and safety standards Establish and maintain effective relationships with Operations, Managers, Supervisors, and employees Keep the Operations Manager and Human Resources Manager up to date on matters relating to environmental, health and safety Assist in the oversight of the Worker’s Compensation program Job Qualifications: 2-5 years’ experience in processing environment with responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety Proficient with Microsoft Office products Ability to be on call or work off hours as needed Experience working with local regulatory agencies preferred Familiar with various emission control devices to ensure compliance Safety Orientation Active and Formal Communication Problem Solving and Decision Making Ability to take initiative Strong influential communication We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations. We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen! Working at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry. In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring. Are you ready for the adventure?