EHS Specialist

About this role

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE • Support the site Process Safety Management (PSM) program by assisting with PHAs, MOC reviews, audits, and implementation of PSM elements related to assigned areas, under the direction of the PSM Lead. • Monitor daily operations and conduct inspections, safety observations, and assessments to ensure compliance with internal EHS standards and external regulatory requirements, and support implementation of corrective actions. • Support the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs, procedures, and policies related to occupational safety, health, environmental compliance, sustainability, and security, as directed by the EHS Manager. • Deliver effective EHS training to individuals, small groups, and large teams to build awareness and drive engagement. • Assist in the integration of EHS principles into operational processes by supporting site initiatives and identifying opportunities for improvement. • Maintain safety, health, and environmental KPIs and analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities. • Assist in the preparation and submission of environmental and safety permits and reports required by local, state, and federal agencies. • Support emergency preparedness, response, and evacuation planning activities. • Assist in maintaining the site’s EHS Management System by participating in internal audits, updating SOPs, tracking corrective actions, and contributing to management reviews to ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. • Support regulatory programs such as SARA, EPCRA, HAZCOM, and industrial hygiene monitoring, with oversight from the EHS Manager. • Facilitate EHS-related employee engagement activities, safety committee meetings, and communication campaigns. • Assist with Workers’ Compensation case documentation and coordination, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. • Adapt to evolving regulations, changing site needs, and EHS team priorities. • Support incident investigations by gathering facts, contributing to root cause analysis, and tracking corrective and preventive actions. • Conduct or assist with risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and workplace inspections to proactively identify and address hazards. • Assist with plant security oversight and serve as a back-up resource for emergency management or contractor supervision as needed. • Travel and work flexible hours as needed to support EHS program execution. • Perform other duties as assigned to support EHS goals and ensure site compliance. • Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY • Must possess and exhibit strong ability to work cohesively with others to accomplish company objectives • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and follow-up skills • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Strong leadership skills • Must possess strong influencing skills • Excellent decision making and independent judgement skills • Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to multi-task. • Must possess strong facilitation, conflict management, negotiating, coaching and team building skills • Ability to drive problem solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities. • Ability to handle stressful, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment • Possess and exhibit strong project management skills • Self-motivated and possess ability to work independently as well as in a team environment • Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines • Ability to coordinate and conduct effective meetings/training for large groups • Excellent presentation skills • Proficient personal computer and software skills

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids: • General office equipment, supplies, personal computer, computer software, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, SAP, reference materials regarding safety, health, and environmental issues

Environmental Conditions: • Work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment and in a production facility where dust, fumes, heat, cold, noise, and vibration exist; and in outdoors environment where seasonal elements and weather elements can exist

Corporate Citizenship/Responsibility: • Participate in and support the LDC Business Continuity Plan as needed • Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety guidelines and regulations • Promote and support the Bacardi Corporate Quality Policy • Promote and support the Bacardi Corporate Social Responsibility Program

EXTERNAL QUALIFICATIONS – DEGREE , CERTIFICATION, ADDITIONAL TRAINING Minimum Education: • Bachelor’s Degree; Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.

Minimum Experience: • Minimum of 3 cumulative years of experience in Occupational Safety, Process Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Wastewater management, Air Permitting, Environmental Engineering- Program Management in an industrial environment (e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT, IATA, NFPA, etc.) • ISO Lead Auditor Training or equivalent course or on the job experience. Must be either completed in the last three years or the incumbent must complete within the first year in the role.

Preferred Experience: • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the spirits production/manufacturing industry

PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR Living our Values and demonstrating high Learning Agility will be fundamental not only for success in this role, but also for potential growth to other roles across Louisville Distilling Company in the future.  We have a clearly defined Leadership Excellence framework, and you will be expected to be a role model of all 6 elements: Focus Externally to Win / Drive Execution & Results / Lead Strategically & Know your Business / Make the Matrix Work / Lead by Example / Develop and Inspire Talent • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel

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