Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.

Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.

Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.

We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision and life insurance; as well as retirement plans.

Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time

Department: Human Resources

Supervision Received: Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Supervision Exercised: N/A

Location: Rogers, Minnesota (Onsite)

Date Posted: November 7, 2024

Application Deadline: November 21, 2024

A. Maintain Health and Safety Programs at the Rogers Location 60%

B. Health & Safety Training and Development 25%

C. Other Duties as Assigned 15%

TOTAL 100%

Reporting to the Environmental Health & Safety Manager, the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment for the 230,000 SQFT Rogers, MN solar panel manufacturing facility. The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is required to know and comply with State, Provincial, and Federal laws as they apply to Health and Safety in the Workplace. They will be responsible for maintaining policies and procedures related to health, safety, and environmental concerns. They will be required to continuously shift priorities to meet the position's changing demands and are expected to display a high standard of diplomacy, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain applicable health, safety, and environmental programs.
• Lead the location to embrace and grow the EH&S philosophy and to ensure strong communication and culture creation.
• Conduct accident investigations and ensure work-related injuries are reported and investigated to prevent recurrences. Supports the team during onsite investigations and identify possible causes of the accident and find plausible solutions to avoid accidents.
• Conduct safety audits/inspections and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Works with all site teams to ensure safe systems of work are embedded in standard operating procedures.
• Creates and maintains strong team dynamics to ensure proper support available to all departments across the organization.
• Develops and facilitates (as required) health, safety, and environmental training as required by state, provincial or federal legislation for both US locations.
• Works with Heliene training department to ensure training records are maintained as a means of assuring compliance and providing a safe work environment.
• Ensures the education of employees on safety standards and expectations as well as safe machinery operation.
• Report monthly safety performance measurements and prepare safety performance reports/presentations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field, health, and safety certification, with four(four (4) years’ experience working within safety requirements, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required.

• Excellent understanding of OSHA and MN OSHA requirements, including experience with manufacturing, ISO Standards, ANSI Standards, Minnesota Statues, and CFR 1910.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to speak and present to the public as required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees.
• Strong ability to train, motivate and provide constructive feedback as required.
• Ability to problem solve and assess and mitigate risk as required.
• Experience with PowerPoint, Excel and auditor safety software.
• Experience working at an automated manufacturing facility is an asset.

Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000 Annually

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to no later than 5:00 p.m. on November 21, 2024.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.