Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We manufacture precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products under brands including Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

About the role

Responsible for the overall Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance. Implements procedures and programs to minimize EHS risks and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure EHS compliance at the Gilroy and San Martin sites.
• Coach, train, and support operations in executing Daily Fundamentals.
• Build strong relationships with managers and employees on EHS and act as a resource.
• Assist in coordination, planning, and facilitating training seminars.
• Travel and support two facilities.
• Educate staff via weekly safety trainings in English and Spanish.
• Assist in Incident Management including Near Misses, Hazards, and Accidents.
• Coordinate and lead monthly Safety Committee meetings.
• Provide weekly coaching on Lockout/Tagout and procedural audits.
• Perform weekly, monthly, and annual inspections at each plant and document completion in Riskonnect.
• Analyze trends and perform root cause analysis for incidents; develop and follow up on corrective actions.
• Learn and understand site-specific machinery to identify safety zones and develop procedures for safe operations.
• Recognize safety hazards or unsafe work practices and develop Corrective Action Plans.
• Assist site management with various EHS and production-related projects as needed.
• Communicate and escalate issues with leadership in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties related to the nature of the job as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED, or equivalent training, experience, and education.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and managers.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 10, California State, and EPA regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret plant safety procedures, professional journals, and technical manuals.
• Excellent verbal, written, in-person, and telephone communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical reasoning skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting and compliance.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• HAZWOPER certified.
• RCRA certified.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certified.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit and stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions of the wrist, hands, and fingers to use a computer and keyboard. Must wear company-provided personal protective equipment: earplugs, hard hat, safety boots/shoes, and protective glasses. Candidates must provide their own safety boots/shoes upon hire and will be eligible to participate in the Safety Boots/Shoe Reimbursement Program after 30 days of employment.

Pay

$30 - $35 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

CRH offers a highly competitive base pay, comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs, group retirement savings programs, health and wellness programs, and an inclusive culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion.