Plant EHS Leader

Purpose/Scope Responsible for the implementation of Fabcon’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) injury prevention and environmental compliance program Essential Duties And Responsibilities Develop EHS training material and conduct EHS training. This includes new hire onboarding, monthly safety training, toolbox talks, mobile equipment training, and other safety and environmental training as needed. Make updates to EHS written programs. Conduct work area EHS inspections/audits. Develop action plans to address safety issues and environmental compliance Conduct internal Fabcon Safety Excellence and Leadership (SEAL) assessments Conduct incident investigations Administer the company Safety Incentive Plan Provide First Aid treatment when needed. Manage the EHS training tacking system Conduct audits and complete environmental reports i.e., Storm Water Permit, Air Quality Permit, etc. Assist in maintaining all EHS regulatory permits and ensure compliance Conduct prestart safety reviews Administer the return to work/modified duty program Manage Workers Compensation (WC) claims Issue safety equipment and manage the boot and eyewear program. Conduct EHS improvement projects Maintain professional and technical knowledge by reading and attending continuing education workshops for safety and environmental professionals Assist in partnering with the Risk Coordinator and Human Resources to drive compliance with Fabcon’s drug testing program Work with employees using relationship-based safety communication method to ensure safe working behaviors and actions by employees. Conduct field Site Safety Assessments (SSA’s) Basic Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent Minimum one (1) year of experience in the EHS field BIlingual in Spanish Other Required Qualifications Good presentation and training skills Good people skills with good written and verbal communication skills Ability to assist in the development and implementation of EHS programs Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and e-mail) General knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to general industry safety General knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to environmental compliance General knowledge of environmental sustainability Ability to lead, motivate and influence with and without direct authority Strong situational analysis skills, to identify problems and solutions Preferred Qualifications Certified in First Aid, CPR, AED BA/BS Degree in occupational health and safety, safety management or similar field Physical Requirements Ability to travel. Occasionally will attend field job sites or another Fabcon facility. Office: Move 25lbs (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time Field (monthly): Must be able to traverse uneven ground, move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, climb on a flatbed semi-trailer Plant/Yard (daily): Move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection Work Environment This position works in office and plant environments with occasional travel and visits to field construction sites Office: Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting Field: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles Plant/Yard: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles, vibrations from machinery and vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkways