Primary Function: The ORM Assistant is responsible for managing assigned components of the Operational Risk Management (ORM) processes- including Safety and Health- Environment- Business Continuity- Facility Security- Process Safety- and Asset Conservation. The primary purpose of this position is to assist and work under the guidance and direction of the ORM Manager to ensure compliance with all applicable federal- state- and local regulations- and Kraft Heinz policies and procedures. This position will also include assisting in the identification and communication of operational risks within the factory- and development of strategies to mitigate those risks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

ORM related assignments- including but not limited to the descriptions below:

HEALTH:

• Lead and assist in compliance of employee health policies including injury management- accident investigations to determine root cause of incidents- and application of corrective action plans. Corrective action assignment and follow-up with owners- after the incident. The above will be documented and tracked through the Intelex system.
• Assist with aspects of incident management- including tasks related to Workers’ Compensation claim management such as completion of C-2- C-11 forms- forwarding and filing dr. notes- dr bills- and associated filing.
• Develop and participate in an “On-Call” Safety Team.
• Inspect and maintain facility medical supplies- AED’s- BLS first aid kits.
• Lead and assist in injury management to minimize the effect of injuries on the employee and the company incident rate metrics (i.e TRIR)(SIFR)
• Coordinate PFT’s for respiratory protection needs- hearing testing scheduling and planning- HAZWOPER training- Confined Space training- FA/CPR training- forklift operator- DOT training and other required training as needed.
• Assist with selection of safety and personal protective equipment for employees- contractors- and visitors.
• Asbestos Management – Monitor areas and assist Engineering with abatements. Organize and maintain accurate records including form documents and permits as required.

SAFETY:

• Actively promote & drive the KHMS program- including but not limited to- conducting Critical Task Observation- assisting with Quick Risk Prediction- conducting JSA evaluations- Daily evaluation of Risk Triggers- and other employee engagement activities on the Plant floor.
• Shares responsibility with KHC Management for safety rule ownership- as directed by the ORM Manager.
• Assist with the development- implementation and maintenance of policies- procedures- programs and databases related to health- safety and environmental practices and requirements for the facility.
• Actively participate in and assist facilitating the Lowville Safety Team and Process Safety Management (PSM)(SSM) meetings.
• Develop a comprehensive safety inspection/audit program of site safety programs.
• Assist with safety-related training development and presentations associated with company policies- OSHA requirements- Ammonia Safety and Best Practices- new employee safety orientations- routine safety training and toolbox talks. This will entail coordinating delivery of training to align with the HR training and Orientation schedule.
• Provide support and training for various site operations governed by Safety Rule Programs including Lockout Tagout- Confined space entry and Rescue- Hot Work- Working at Height- Powered Industrial Vehicles- Process Safety- Machine Guarding- etc…
• Assist with establishing the annual training budget.
• Facilitate and assist with establishing and maintaining a contractor safety orientation program and ISN Compliance. Coordinate accordingly with Engineering and assist with contractor safety plans for shutdowns and outside contract work.
• Maintain effective training records- arrange make-up training as necessary.
• Coordinate consistent utilization of Job Hazard Analysis for all routine production tasks.
• Assist in the preparation of federal- state- and local reports to appropriate agencies- as needed to assure compliance with regulations.
• Assist with KPI reporting- data collection- preparation- and OSHA log maintenance through Intelex.
• Conduct and Review Monthly Incident data to create the data plan (IBDAP) that will provide direction on current conditions and actions needed in the Plant.
• Assist with facilitating the site Management of Change process- including pre start-up safety reviews- process hazard assessments (PHA) of new or modified equipment.
• Perform regular safety and environmental plant walks to facilitate ORM objectives.
• Provide industrial hygiene support for site operations: air monitoring- qualitative exposure assessments- control assessments- maintenance of the site’s chemical safety data sheets library and system- PPE certifications- etc.
• Participate in incident investigations- as required.
• Lead and support HazMat- emergency response- incident command- medical responder & confined space rescue teams.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

• Sustainability – Drive effective programs to facilitate Plant efficiency including but not limited to Water- Natural Gas- Electricity- Liquid and Solid Waste Management while maintaining accurate recordkeeping.
• Maintains Plant SPCC- SWPPP- SPR Plan and Drain Plug Policy annually or as needed to facilitate change Management.
• Maintains Tier II- Form R- Air Registration- Chemical use and storage Reports- Cooling Tower Reports- RMP submission- CBS Tank registrations and inspections- and Storm water permitting.
• Assist in the monitoring and reporting requirements for environmental regulations and support site environmental programs as required.
• Assist in wastewater treatment plant monitoring- operation- and associated reporting requirements including invoice approvals and budget tracking.
• Assist in by-product and recycling management activities- including training and data collection for KPI’s.
• Conducts and documents physical inspections of Waste Management Procedures and WWTP Operations at least Monthly.
• Support and participate in the hazardous waste disposal program.

• Support and participate in environmental inspections to ensure compliance.
• Support area leaders with investigations to ensure accurate data collection on spill reports and follow up ORM actions tracked on ORMAP.

SECURITY/OTHER:

• Assist in management of the Plant-wide security system and program.
• Be familiar with plant systems related to security- fire protection- employee access- video camera surveillance system- etc
• Support all other site ORM objectives and initiatives as directed by the ORM Manager and team members.
• Facilitate ORM supply ordering and budget management.

QUALITY:

• Supports- maintains and strives to continually improve KHC Quality Initiatives. Employee has the role and responsibility to follow the work instructions and Current Best Practices that support KHMS.
• Assists quality with ORM aspects of site audits.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully the candidate must accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Occupational Safety & Health- Environmental Science or other related technical discipline is desirable.
• Professional Certifications in Industrial Health and Safety related fields are desirable.
• Experience in related HSE role or process engineering is preferred.
• EMS- LPN- or CNA Certification desirable.
• Basic Medical knowledge and ability to conduct thorough patient assessments with compliance to DOH requirements.

SKILLS

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong technical/ analytical skills- the ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities and the ability to work in a cooperative- team-oriented atmosphere
• Strong initiative with demonstrated focus and follow-through skills
• Strong computer skills in standard office software programs- SAP
• Effective organization and planning skills
• Mechanical aptitude

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job- the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle- or feel objects- tools or controls and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand- walk- sit- and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision- color vision- peripheral vision- depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Since the facility is located on multiple levels- the employee must possess the ability to climb stairs on a routine basis.

Sanitation: Will ensure that the equipment and machinery he/she works with is cleaned and sanitized according to the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program rules explained at the beginning of the employment and during refresher sessions.

Quality Assurance: ensures all products manufactured comply with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during the on the job training applicable to this specific operation function.

Safety: Will follow instructions delivered during the training that explained the fundamentals of the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep himself/herself and others away from harm while performing his/her duties. Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures.

Work on all shifts expected- Weekend and Holiday work will be required. Schedule is based on a 7 day/24 hours/week production; therefore- workdays and hours may fluctuate from week to week based on production.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities / females /veterans /individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity