EHS Specialist

About the role

The EHS Specialist will partner directly with site Operations leaders to drive EHS ownership and accountability. This role is intended for people with 3 or more years' HSE experience who have deep knowledge of applicable regulations, root cause analysis, and an ability to work independently in high-risk scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering and building upon mandatory safety training for the plant to ensure compliance and ensure employees, temporary employees, and transferred employees receive proper training.
• Assist in the injury/illness and near-miss incident investigation process, review reports, and follow up as necessary.
• Perform risk assessments of site operations to determine risk and implement defenses to protect employees from uncontrolled risk.
• Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards.
• Assist in/drive the development of equipment-specific lockout tagout procedures and standard work instructions.
• Prepare reports, present safety recommendations, and maintain corresponding accounts.
• Assist in implementing effective risk management solutions and plans.
• Ensure employees operate in a safe, orderly, and clean environment.
• Provide information and assistance to the safety committee and serve on the committee.
• Member of the First Aid/CPR Responder/ERT team.
• Manage occupational injuries and illnesses from time of injury through full return-to-work.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules.
• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Knowledge of ISO Management Systems (14001 and 45001).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, Manufacturing, Environmental, or related technical discipline.
• Bilingual preferred (ability to understand, read, write and speak English and Spanish).
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Capacity to work overtime as needed.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Use of hands for handling, grasping, and manipulating materials and tools.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures.