Employee Health and Safety Specialist

Responsibilities

• Supervision and coordination of all EHS related activities within the facilities assigned, to support management with the implementation of EHS standards and requirements.
• Conduct and manage EHS inspections & audits in accordance with Hussmann policy.
• Implement and maintain (revise as necessary) local EHS programs based on company policies and other regulations.
• Liaison with local authority, community and other external bodies regarding EHS issues.
• Provide EHS consultation to all departments of the district.
• Recognize acute hazards and recommend or make immediate corrections.
• Assist on multiple projects, including with cross function teams.
• Cookordination and conduct EHS-related training.
• Participate in incident investigation and/or emergency response at District location(s).
• Administer administrative responsibilities (examples: SDS Sheets, data entry, Workers' Compensation, maintain KPIs, Maintain injury & illness record keeping).
• Analyze data and communicate trends in EHS performance.
• Manage a fleet of approximately 170 vehicles (assignment, registration, DOT compliance, etc.).
• Travel required (up to 60%), including overnight (IA, MO, NE, KS, SD).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 5 – 7 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering and commercial refrigeration.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA required.
• OSHA 30 or similar certification.
• Have valid driver's license.
• Have physical capability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Self-starter with ability to operate under general instructions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and practice implementing ISO14001 & OHS management systems.
• Excellent computer skills in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).