Description

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a EH&S Specialist/Radiation Safety Officer based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

This role will primarily support the Research and Development organization throughout North America with a strong focus at our site in Indianapolis. This role will fulfill not only the Radiation Safety Officer role for Indianapolis and Delaware but also support the team in EH&S initiatives, programs and policy execution.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the Radiation Safety Program at our Indianapolis, IN and Newark, DE facilities.

• Interpret and communicate expectations based on laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures.

• Administer safety programs, conduct employee training and complete risk management assessments in the areas of safety, occupational health, and environmental management.

• Support location in record-keeping of Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) programs.

• Develop and implement function and group specific safety policies/programs.

• Review facility operations and consult with site safety committees, EH&S networks and employees to identify unsafe working conditions and develop appropriate controls or alternatives.

• Continue to drive the safety culture at Corteva through demonstration and frequent/consistent communication on the importance of safety.

• Able to lead or participate on Emergency Response Teams, specifically HAZWOPER and Confined Space.

• Willingness to adapt to ever-changing environments, on both the Research and Development (R&D) and EH&S sides. Responsibilities of this role can shift to best support R&D.

Qualifications

Education:

• You have a Bachelor's degree or higher or 5+ years of relevant EH&S experience.

What Skills You Need:

• You have 3+ years of experience working around radioisotopes or in Research and Development (equivalent relevant experience and education will be considered).

• You have excellent teamwork and communication skills.

• With your coaching & leadership skills, you are able to build trust and rapport with employees to achieve a strong safety culture.

• You have high-level computer abilities.

• You have a high attention to detail so you can maintain awareness of existing and proposed safety codes/regulations and company guidelines plus maintain as well as analyze appropriate data.

• You are a proactive problem-solver, able to make decisions in time sensitive conditions.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• You have OSHA 10-hr or 30-hr training certification.

• You are trained on Workplace Safety: Knowledge of First Aid, CPR, and AED skills and certification; thorough knowledge of safety regulations.

• You are trained on Occupational Health: Thorough knowledge of industrial hygiene and occupational health hazards and regulations.

• Training or experience in the realm of BioSafety.

• Completed training and certification as required by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

• You are aware of Environmental Regulations: Awareness of applicable environmental policies, standards, guidelines, regulations, and local requirements. (spill containment, facility waste stream & disposal requirements, etc.).

Benefits - How We'll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life (https://www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life/3006dde6-2563-4a98-8e94-ee4feba88cff/)

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:

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