EHS Specialist (REQ868)

Job Summary

EHS Specialist is an on-site position that provides strategic assistance to ensure compliance with and effective implementation of: OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations as well as any other associated regulations. Lead development of a risk aware/risk mitigation culture facility where employees are contributing to self-accountability and risk mitigation efforts.

Requirements

• Obtains and maintains all applicable regulatory permits (air, stormwater, sanitary, waste)
• Reviews/prepares all annual OSHA and environmental reports and maintains supporting documentation
• Provides technical support to plant personnel regarding OSHA, local, state & federal environmental and DOT regulations
• Identifies continuous improvement opportunities to improve overall Health and Safety performance across the site
• Maintain all facility EHS records and KPIs
• Participates in chemical and material review. Maintains chemical inventory for the site
• Manages all Corporate Standards and Processes
• Manages and facilitates internal audit and inspection programs related to environment, health and safety
• Provides technical support and guidance to the review of equipment modifications, risk assessments, and capital installations
• Lead and actively participate in site safety committee and cross-plant teams
• Leads investigations for all safety incidents, and injuries in conjunction with operations, maintenance and HR
• Coordinates evaluation, purchase and distribution of safety equipment and supplies
• Manages site injuries and incidents including workers' compensation programs and guidelines
• Develops hazard control practices and programs in conjunction with corporate EHSS
• Supports compliance with installation, maintenance, and auditing of all security, fire protection equipment and alarms
• Stays up to date on regulatory requirements
• Supports new hire orientation training

Training

• Provides education and training for new employees and existing facility personnel on appropriate EHS programs
• Analyzes training system effectiveness to identify and correct opportunities for improvement
• Ensures training records and supporting documentation are current and maintained as appropriate
• Maintains training system to ensure that supervisors/managers are aware of training needs for employees
• Participation in Board of Review where necessary as an opportunity to improve plant training system
• Prepare weekly reports summarizing key training data, activities and upcoming needs

Benefits

• Competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with a strong matching program
• 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date)
• 11 paid holidays