It’s Election Year!
ASSP Mississippi Chapter Upcoming Elections
It’s time for chapter elections!
Chapter Executive Committee positions to be filled are President, VP, Secretary, and Treasurer. Terms are 2 years and begin July 2024. Nominations are now open and will remain open for 30 days. Nominees will be announced at the May meeting, Elections held in June. Meeting details below. For information about each officer duties/responsibilities,email secretary@ms.assp.org. Only active, dues paying members of the Mississippi Chapter may be nominated. Nominations may be submitted in person at May meeting or electronically by emailing secretary@ms.assp.org. votes must be cast at the June meeting, in person or via Zoom attendance.
Other “At Large” committee positions are available for anyone wanting to participate on the committee but not be a voting officer. At Large positions are all approved/filled by chapter President. Enhance your resume’ and become active on our chapter committee!
We meet every 2nd Friday of each month at 12 Noon.
Location: River Hills Club (Ridgewood Rd & Lakeland Dr)
3600 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 – 601-987-4450
Meeting Fee: $25 Cash or check made payable to ASSP which includes full buffet and water/tea/coffee. Can drinks are an additional $3/ea. First time attendees are free!
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Monthly Meeting
ASSP Mississippi Chapter Meeting
Time: April 12, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: River Hills Club (Ridgewood Rd & Lakeland Dr)
3600 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 – 601-987-4450
TOPIC: What’s in Your First Aid Cabinet?
Jeremy Rushing, Service Manager Captain for Cintas Corporation
Have you inspected your first aid supplies lately? Do you have the latest materials and equipment? When is the last time you checked the expiration date for your battery and pads in your AED? Cintas will be providing us an overview of the various workplace supplies, materials, and resources they offer to support regulatory compliance and to optimize workforce safety.
Thanks to AGC of Mississippi for being our coporate sponsor for this month’s meeting. Visit www.msagc.com for more information abotu membership, benefits, and resources.
Meeting Fee: $25 Cash or check made payable to ASSP which includes full buffet and water/tea/coffee. Can drinks are an additional $3/ea. First time attendees are free!
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Career Opportunity
Local Job Posting Announcement
EHS Manager, McNeely Plastics
Job Summary:
The Environmental Health, and Safety Manager will implement policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks.
· Develops and implements inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.
· Develops health and safety procedures for all areas of the company.
· Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics.
· Monitors compliance with safety procedures.
· Drafts inspection reports to document inspection findings.
· Ensures that material safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
· Maintains records of discharge of or employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· 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.
Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required; Master’s degree desirable.
· Five years of related experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
· Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
TO APPLY CONTACT:
Scott C. Lippiatt
HR & Training Manager
McNeely Plastics
Of Sigma Plastics Group
Phone: (601) 926-1000 x 328
slippiatt@mcneelyplastics.com
ASSP Mississippi Chapter Meeting
Time: March 8, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: River Hills Club (Ridgewood Rd & Lakeland Dr)
3600 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211 – 601-987-4450
TOPIC: Business Emergency/Disaster Management
Todd DeMuth, State Coordinating Officer/Private Sector Liason, Executive Office/MEMA
A graduate of Mississippi State University, DeMuth joined MEMA as a Property Officer in the Office of Support Services on August 20, 2008. In October of 2009, DeMuth became an Exercise Officer for the MEMA Office of Preparedness. During his time as an Exercise Officer, DeMuth facilitated countless exercises and served as Plans Section Chief on 11 federally declared disasters (including Maryland for Super Storm Sandy). In 2015 DeMuth became the MEMA Exercise Bureau Director. From 2015-2016 he was the Plans Sections Chief on an additional 3 federally declared disasters. In March of 2016, DeMuth was appointed as the Director of Response at MEMA. DeMuth became the State Coordinating Officer for Mississippi in 2017. Since 2017, DeMuth has coordinated over twenty-five federally declared disasters for the State of Mississippi. In 2019, DeMuth became the Director of Housing and Individual Assistance. In March 2022, DeMuth became the agency Private-Sector Liaison.
Meeting Fee: $25 Cash or check made payable to ASSP which includes full buffet and water/tea/coffee. Can drinks are an additional $3/ea. First time attendees are free!
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 305 724 6733
Passcode: MSChapter
Dial by Phone:
+1 312 626 6799 (US Chicago)
Meeting ID: 305 724 6733
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ASSP Mississippi Chapter Mid-Month Update
We had another great meal at River Hills Club. Always a great buffet and salad bar. Thanks to Scott Ellis for a refresher on HAZCOM.
A special thanks to the good folks at Lyle Machinery for their generous donation of $500 to be our corporate sponsor for the ASSP booth we have this year at the Trustmark Great Day of Safety event. This year’s event will be held April 18, 2024 at the Sheraton Flowood/The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center, 2200 Refuge Boulevard, Flowood, MS. RSVP to Great Day of Safety at rsvp@fbbins.com by April 1.
Please consider a corporate sponsorship for our Mississippi ASSP chapter. We are a Not for Profit organization and our Executive Committee is always looking for local events like the GDOS event to promote the benefits of ASSP membership. There are some costs associated with these events so we really appreciate our local corporate sponsors for their support. Email Secretary@ms.assp.org for more info.