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 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 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.
• 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 interpersonal, verbal, and written 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.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and managers.
• Strong communication skills, both in-person and by telephone.
• Ability to 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; eligible to participate in 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

About the company

CRH has a long and proud heritage as a collection of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises. We operate in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while offering career opportunities within a large international organization.