Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor

Job Purpose

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Supervisor assists with the management of our safety programs across a network of 13 warehouses in Illinois. The EHS Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring strict compliance with state and federal regulations (OSHA), assisting EHS Director with worker's compensation loss control efforts, and fostering a culture of safety excellence within the organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for oversight of all matters related to EHS policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the highest level of safety for all employees, contractors, and visitors across the 13 Illinois warehouses.
• Provide support to the development, implementation, and management of safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable environmental standards.
• Help ensure RJW's Safety Rating (DART) is achieved and maintained.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of existing safety programs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes to enhance overall safety performance.
• Keep current and accurate records regarding incident tracking and OSHA 300 logs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations and ensure full compliance across all warehouses.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure all Incident Analysis Reports are completed properly and work with the EHS Director and warehouse leadership to implement corrective actions to improve safety records.
• Collaborate with warehouse managers and other stakeholders to drive a culture of safety ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure and deliver EHS training programs through Alchemy Systems, to educate employees and contractors on safe work practices, emergency procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Aid EHS Director with incident investigations to determine root causes, develop corrective actions, and prevent recurrence of incidents.
• Aid EHS Director with the preparation required regulatory reports and documentation related to safety performance, incidents, and compliance.
• Participate in warehouse Safety Committee's to help ensure implementation of corrective actions brought forth by committee members.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in EHS, incorporating relevant advancements into the organization's safety programs.
• Establish strong working relationships with regulatory agencies, industry associations, and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, risk assessment, and worker's compensation laws.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends, analyze data, and make informed decisions to improve safety performance.
• Proficient in using EHS training software and tools for data management, incident reporting, and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering EHS training programs.
• Prominent track record of successfully implementing safety initiatives that result in improved safety performance and reduced incidents.

Education And/or Experience

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of Occupational Safety & Health Experience.