EHS Coordinator

JOB TITLE: EHS Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: EHS

REPORTS TO: EHS Supervisor, MSR US

SUMMARY: The EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) Coordinator provides daily on-site Safety and Environmental Compliance support to the MSR-FSR Critical Component Solutions Operations facility to ensure protection of people, property and the environment following established processes and fostering cooperative relationships with site leadership and workforce. Operations involve the use of hazardous chemicals, so occasional use of a respirator and an aptitude for chemical safety is important. This role, working closely with the Quality Assurance Team and Operations, is at times a 1-deep position supporting a single facility of approximately 20-90 people, depending upon location, with support of a local safety committee, remote peer support from the EHS Team in the US, and collaboration with the Global EHS Director. As a salaried Management Support role, anticipate 45-50 hours/week, with rare occasion for on call or after-hours support.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate with the General Manager and staff to facilitate compliance of OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to MSR-FSR’s operations. The job functions listed below are required to be successful in this role. However, some of the experience and training needed to meet these requirements may be acquired within the first few months of hiring through targeted training programs and mentoring.

• Respond to operation’s requests for EHS assistance (e.g., answers to questions, EHS technical and regulatory clarifications, creation of EHS plans and forms, EHS evaluation of workplace designs, and product EHS evaluations).
• Responsible for understanding requirements of safety and environmental permits including monitoring compliance and submitting and maintaining periodic documentation.
• Participate in the preparation, maintenance, and dissemination of written documentation providing guidance to EHS compliance and improvement efforts (e.g., policies, manuals, plans and programs, procedures and guidelines, forms, and training programs).
• Complete routine floor audits to determine compliance/conformance status with regulatory/ company requirements, and seek opportunities to improve EHS performance, elevating any concerns to management.
• Perform/participate in spot inspections, Risk Assessments, and process reviews to ensure EHS compliance.
• Conduct / assist in incident investigations and after-action improvement plans.
• Prepare and provide workforce training presentations in small groups.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and provide training, fit testing, and medical surveillance documents for the Respiratory Protection Program.
• Works with Operations and engineering to ensure proper profiling, waste stream establishment, packaging, and storage of hazardous waste in accordance with EPA/DOT/State regulations.
• Provide post-audit recommendations on actions to address deficiencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management/supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no full-time supervisory responsibilities but may be elected to lead a Local Safety Committee by its members and facilitate meetings. May at times have to assume temporary responsibilities as delegated.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of education, training and hands-on experience is ideal. The target equivalent qualification would include:

• Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical/military school, or six months to one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Additional training, and/or certifications in the Safety, Occupational Health, and/or Environmental Protection career field are preferable.
• Computer skills are required: Microsoft Office Suite; (Word, Excel, e-mail, etc.).
• Other skills required for full performance, which may be acquired during the first year of employment:
• Ability to clearly communicate in English through verbal and written documentation and provide influential training and guidance.
• Knowledge of regulations related to air emissions, hazardous waste, and water discharges.
• Knowledge of safe handling practices of chemicals and ability to handle potentially hazardous substances utilizing proper procedures.
• Ability to research, interpret and understand federal, state, and local EHS requirements, as well as industry best practices and consensus standards such as ISO and ANSI.
• Ability to write reports to include objective interpretation of facts and circumstances, identify causal factors, and recommend corrective actions.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to generating profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports equal opportunity and treats all people with dignity and respect.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follow through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Promotes a cooperative Safety Team environment culture of mutual support.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally (less than 1/3 of the job)
• Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the job)
• Continually (more than 2/3 of the job)

• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to smell.

• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally work in high, precarious places.
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
• Occasionally noise levels may be above action levels (85dBA) to require hearing protection.
• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Additional remarks regarding work environment: Chemical hazards are primarily mitigated through engineering controls, but some uncontrolled chemical from incidental spills requiring cleanup evaluation may require use of respirator and other PPE.
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: EHS handheld atmospheric testing and other diagnostic equipment.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including protective eye wear, hard hat, lab coat, gloves, protective footwear, hearing protection, and respirators.
• Must be able to safely access and traverse indoor and outdoor obstacles for site inspections, including climbing ladders, walking on stairs, catwalks, and other types of uneven surfaces where activity inspections are needed.

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. If temporary modified duty restrictions are needed, we may be able to provide alternative or modified work if available. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.