Environment, Health, & Safety (EHS) Specialist

General Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an inspection and audit protocol to evaluate and maintain compliance
• Implement and maintain programs in support of regulations and company policies and procedures
• Implement and maintain ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 EHS management systems as applicable
• Maintain all required safety and environmental operating permits
• Environmental Controls & Material Handling:
• Develop and implement; lockout/tagout, electrical safety, machine guarding, fire safety, housekeeping, walking working surfaces and other general industry safety programs
• Lead compliance with storm water regulations, maintain spill prevention and control plans, oversee inspections and records
• Health And Safety:
• Serve as safety program coordinator, lead site communication and training related to safety and crisis
• Reduce lost days by leading risk assessments and processes that improve the work environment
• Lead incident investigation to analyze, identify prevention, deploy counter measures and training
• Maintain written PPE program and oversee compliance with program, including incentives
• Reduce worker’s compensation claims by developing initiatives to improve safety, hearing, ergonomic conditions
• Chemical Management, Solid And Hazardous Waste Management:
• Oversee characterization, labeling and storage of non-hazardous and hazard waste streams
• Cook up training and inspection programs to ensure compliance with policies
• Ensure manifest files and records are maintained to regulatory requirements
• Maintain and post current chemical inventory lists on the document management website
• Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, or related field OR the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-7 years’ experience in Safety and Environmental Management in a manufacturing facility
• Working knowledge of Safety and Environmental Regulations, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
• ASP, CSP, CHMM or other industry accepted certification programs are desirable
• Proficient with MS Software and Internet based research
• Spanish Speaking (Professional Capabilities) a strong plus

Immediate Goals And Priorities

• Manage active Worker’s Compensation Cases
• Lead Injury Investigations
• Manage existing Management of Change
• Lead equipment annual certifications and inspections and evaluate industrial hygiene factors
• Waste monitoring and new waste: General process review and new waste for MOC processes
• Manage Workplace Ergonomics program
• General facility Support:
• Maintain and lead EHS boards, meetings, and general support
• Own EHS training programs
• Support testing and deployment of EHS Management System Application

Why work at Safariland?

• Comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)