EHS Coordinator
Job Summary
The EHS Coordinator works as a partner with all facets of operations to analyze the manufacturing process to eliminate hazards. This individual will work closely with management by providing guidance, insight, and consultation in support of the company's continuous improvement in environmental, health, and safety. The role includes assisting employees in identifying and correcting hazards, establishing best safe practices, and training/coaching employees. The coordinator is responsible for daily safety and environmental requirements for each crew, with support from regional managers, operational leaders, and EHS managers/directors.
Location
This position is located at the plant in Buda, TX.
Responsibilities
- Provide a strong on‑the‑floor presence, coaching all levels of management, supervisors, and employees to observe, understand, and correct behaviors and conditions that can lead to incidents.
- Work with management to investigate all incidents and establish corrective and preventative action plans within the company’s Incident Management System (IMS).
- Coordinate with the Area EHS Manager to keep all Environmental, Health and Safety programs updated and maintain a management system to track implementation.
- Deliver health and safety training; develop systems for training delivery, administer new‑hire onboarding with classroom instruction and in‑field competency testing.
- Conduct periodic safety compliance assessments, document findings, set timelines with local management, provide support, and track action items to completion.
- Provide technical guidance on environmental policies and regulations, including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, air permitting, Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasures, and other environmental plans.
- Review plans and specifications for new machinery or equipment to ensure safety requirements are met and approve sign‑off for new or relocated equipment.
- Assist in coordinating and sharing best practices across facilities and manufacturing operations.
- Train and assist management and operations in developing safe operating procedures for various tasks and hazards.
- Help management establish systems to procure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and appropriate safety supplies for specific tasks.
- Support local Safety Action Teams (SATs) to encourage employee engagement and develop future team leaders.
- Attend Train‑the‑Trainer courses for required areas such as crane/rigging, powered industrial vehicles, walking‑working surfaces, and First Aid/CPR/AED.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in EHS and/or manufacturing with EHS responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills to facilitate seamless integration across functional departments.
- Extensive knowledge of OSHA CFR 1910 and environmental regulations.
- Basic knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out, Working at Heights, Confined Space, and Lifting Operations.
- Ability to work with administrative, production, and technical personnel at all levels to achieve plant and corporate goals.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to navigate and research regulatory agency and industry web content.
- Associate’s degree in EHS, Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Bilingual ability is a plus.
Benefits
- Highly competitive base pay.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
- Group retirement savings program.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Inclusive culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion.
About CRH
CRH is a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises forming the CRH family. Operating in a decentralized, diversified structure, CRH offers a small‑company environment with the career opportunities of a large international organization. Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.