Safety Specialist jobs in New Bedford, MA

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST:

Want to make a meaningful difference in peoples’ lives while earning a competitive salary? At Jushi Holdings Inc. ”) (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF), we are shaping the future of the cannabis industry, the fastest growing jobs sector in the U.S. The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing day-to-day functions for (all) Grower Processing facilities and support (senior) management (to ensure) federal and local legislative compliance, develop and maintain SOPs pertaining to safety (and environmental issues), drive development of an autonomous EHS culture, promote defined Health and Wellness programs, ensure EHS standard operating procedures are enforced, lead initiatives to provide EHS trainings, lead the development (of both) risk identification and reduction awareness and methods, all achieved through employee engagement and participation. 

THE TEAM:

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, Jushi is a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis company that develops and operates high-end retail locations, premium brands, state-of-the-art cultivation, processing, manufacturing facilities, along with a cutting-edge online platform that is setting a new standard for a sophisticated, data-driven, modern cannabis experience. 

Since its founding in 2018, Jushi has grown from just a handful of people with an idea to more than nine hundred employees strong. The Company has scaled its operations in seven states, including Pennsylvania, Virginia, Massachusetts, Illinois, California, Nevada, and Ohio, and has been named one of the top five cannabis companies to work for by Cannabis Business Times.

The Company operates more than two dozen retail locations across the country under the retail brand, BEYOND / HELLO™ as well as under the recently acquired brand, Nature’s Remedy. The Company provides an unparalleled in-store experience, coupled with online reservations and in-store express pickup.

Each day, Jushi team members continue to grow, cultivate, process and manufacture a comprehensive suite of cannabis brands under the names: The Bank, The Lab, Tasteology, Nira Medicinals and Sèche, which are addressing a wide variety of consumer and patient needs across multiple states.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop health and safety procedures for all areas of the company.
• Inspect the facilities to identify safety, health, and environmental risks in conjunction with local teams.
• Develop inspection policies and procedures, and implement a schedule of routine inspections
• Prepare and schedule training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures.
• Draft inspection reports to document inspection findings
• Ensure that safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
• Maintain records of discharge of or employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for monitoring operational efficiency of manufacturing programs and for employees.
• Hire, train and hold team members accountable to company health and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant worker safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP regulations, local and state governing bodies, OSHA, and other relevant worker safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required; Master’s degree desirable.
• Five years of related experience in manufacturing,
• Occasional travel.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety, security and GMP guidelines
• Enjoys working in a start-up, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently in a highly organized manner.
• Must pass a drug and criminal background check.
• Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES AT JUSHI:

We offer benefit packages that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short, and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and 401(k).

BONUS DUTIES YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Jushi is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.