EHS Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The EHS Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of ensuring quality in Growing Media and Mulch products at the plant-level, including, but not limited to: formulation oversight and testing; incoming raw material inspection, testing, and approval; ensuring that all established specifications and processes are followed. Coordinator is also responsible for the plant’s EH&S program to include OSHA, GardenCore, and EPA requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversight and testing of product formulations
• Inspection, testing, and approval of incoming raw materials
• Follow all established specifications and processes
• Investigate and resolve Customer quality complaints
• Administer and maintain EH&S program
• Routinely inspect/observe plant equipment and activities for safe processes
• Prepare and submit all required reports to Oldcastle or applicable agency
• Keep plant in compliance with EH&S regulations
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed
• Experience with lab and testing procedures preferred
• Experience with safety programs and compliance
• Some experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Some mechanical aptitude or experience with production processing equipment preferred
• Some experience working with EH&S programs/agencies
• Interest in Horticulture or Gardening is a plus
• Environmental, Health, & Safety programs and rules

• High school degree required; Associates Degree preferred
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and operations manuals and follow step by step instructions
• Adequate computer skills
• Ability to influence thinking, deal with and overcome resistance and objections, and to motivate change
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be able to problem-solve, with a strong sense of goal attainment
• Good housekeeping skills required
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Endure intermittent bending, crouching, pushing, pulling, stooping and reaching
• Standing for extended period of time
• Able to work under extreme conditions such as hot or cold temperatures, noise, dust and dirt

What GardenCore Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

GardenCore is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

GardenCore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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