EHS Coordinator

Job Description Summary

- Responsible for developing, communicating, implementing, training, and evaluating Environmental Health and Safety Programs at the Warwick, RI facility.

Responsibilities

• Collecting, preparing, and transferring many types of chemicals and other hazardous materials. RCRA / DOT and IATA shipping certifications required
• Reviewing materials used by manufacturing operations and maintaining Safety Data Sheet database
• Conducting weekly safety inspections such as Hazardous Waste areas
• Evaluation and implementation of Personal Protective Equipment
• Performing Job Safety Analysis
• Developing a thorough knowledge of equipment and materials used in the facility, including pollution control devices
• Aiding in the timely preparation of required reports to regulatory agencies as requested
• Developing and implementing procedures/SOPs to reduce safety/environmental risks and to address emergency situations
• Developing and providing EHS related training programs on various EHS topics including Lab Safety, Respirator Program, PPE. Hearing Conservation, First Aid/CPR, LOTO, Chemical Hygiene, and Hazardous Communication
• Maintaining Sustainability Report and records
• Collaborating with management to further the objectives of health and safety programs
• Facilitating and managing employee-based Safety Committee
• Cooking and developing training & drills for Emergency Evacuation requirements
• Serving an active role in the incident investigation process and root cause analysis

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or laboratory setting.
• Familiar with EHS programs and regulatory requirements
• Associate Degree
• Experience writing and updating SOP’s and other EHS policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, including Injury record keeping
• Computer savvy – MS Teams, Excel, and Word
• Effective interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills
• Effective analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
• RCRA / DOT and IATA shipping certifications required to be obtained upon hiring.