EHS Coordinator

Join Our Team as an EHS Coordinator!

Join Our Team as an EHS Coordinator!

Work Location: Waco TX
Department: Operations
Reports To: EHS Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Travel Requirements: 015%

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a detail-oriented proactive and safety-driven EHS Coordinator to support and execute environmental health and safety initiatives across our North American operations.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about promoting a safety-first culture ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement. You bring strong organizational skills the ability to influence safe behaviors and a disciplined approach to inspections training and incident prevention.

You will play a critical role in maintaining a safe compliant and incident-free workplace while partnering across multiple facilities to support EHS programs and initiatives.

Why You Should Apply

This position offers high visibility and cross-functional collaboration working closely with Operations Warehouse Manufacturing and Leadership teams across multiple sites (Waco Dover Aurora).

Your work will directly impact employee safety regulatory compliance and operational performance. If you enjoy being on the floor identifying risks leading training and driving measurable safety improvements this role offers strong opportunity for growth and impact.

Who We Are

Uzin Utz North America Inc. is a leader in flooring installation systems and a North American subsidiary of Uzin Utz SE based in Ulm Germany. Since 1911 Uzin Utz SE has been a global innovator in product systems for flooring installation and maintenance. We are committed to fostering a culture of safety sustainability and operational excellence across all levels of our organization.

In the United States and Canada Uzin Utz North America offers its products under the renowned UZIN WOLFF and PALLMANN brand names delivering industry-leading solutions for flooring professionals.

Position Overview

The EHS Coordinator supports the companys safety mission by helping ensure a safe and healthy workplace for all employees customers and contractors.

This role is responsible for supporting EHS programs ensuring regulatory compliance conducting training and inspections and driving continuous improvement initiatives across facilities.

Key Responsibilities

EHS Program Support & Compliance

• Support implementation and maintenance of EHS programs across multiple sites
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable federal state and local regulations
• Maintain OSHA logs (300/300A) and compliance documentation
• Support regulatory reporting and audit readiness

Training & Safety Culture

• Develop and execute monthly safety training plans
• Conduct new hire safety orientation and toolbox talks
• Deliver compliance training (PIT certification respirator fit testing etc.)
• Promote and reinforce a proactive safety-first culture

Inspections Audits & Risk Management

• Conduct daily walkarounds and monthly facility inspections
• Perform hazard assessments ergonomic evaluations and PPE compliance checks
• Lead or support internal audits and corrective action tracking
• Ensure SDS management and workplace safety documentation is current

Incident Management & Continuous Improvement

• Lead or support incident investigations (injuries near misses property damage)
• Conduct root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Track analyze and report EHS metrics and trends
• Recommend and implement process improvements

Emergency Preparedness & Cross-Functional Support

• Support emergency response programs drills and evacuation planning
• Coordinate fire drills and safety committee activities
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks
• Monitor contractor safety compliance

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelors degree in EHS Occupational Safety Industrial Hygiene Engineering or related field (preferred)
• 13 years of EHS experience in manufacturing warehouse or industrial environments
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems
• Experience delivering safety training and conducting workplace inspections
• Familiarity with incident investigation and hazard assessments

Core Competencies

• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of OSHA and safety compliance requirements
• Inspection & Audit Capability: Ability to identify risks and enforce safe practices
• Incident Investigation: Strong root cause analysis and corrective action follow-through
• Training & Communication: Effective delivery of safety training and messaging
• Data & Reporting: Ability to analyze KPIs trends and safety metrics
• Influence & Culture Building: Promotes accountability and safe behaviors at all levels
• Organization & Execution: Manages multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
• Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and multi-site operations
• Professionalism & Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and sound judgment

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance (generous employer contribution)
• Employer-paid Life Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental benefit options available
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays in 2026

Uzin Utz North America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Due to the high volume of applications only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Required Experience:

IC