Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provide safety and environmental health support for assigned location(s). Work within standard operating procedures, under a moderate degree of supervision.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide safety training and refresher training to employees. This may include but is not limited to accident investigation, bloodborne pathogen to first aid/CPR, confined space entry awareness, electrical safety, emergency action, fall protection, hazard communication, hearing conservation, heat stress, general safety, lift truck (forklift) including hoist operation, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, personal protective equipment, and respiratory protection

· Perform plant inspections, such as for emergency eyewash/shower stations, ladders, first aid cabinets, fire extinguishers, etc.

· Assist in accident investigations (e.g., take required information to include pictures, measurements associated with an accident and aid HR in preparing the proper documents)

· Provide safety presentations which may including developing Power Point presentations and other materials

· Provide environmental training and refresher training to employees. This may include but is not limited to universal waste, storm water prevention, and spill prevention and countermeasure

· Perform environmental inspections, such as air quality, universal waste, water quality, chemical storage areas, spill materials, etc.

· Maintain documents and inspection forms; review and maintain internal safety policies and practices to ensure they are current and appropriate

· Assist with location audits to identify and develop corrective action plans for at-risk behaviors and conditions which may cause injury or property loss

· Assist with EHS compliance tracking, workers’ compensation claim recordkeeping, updates into EHS related databases, data entry, program updates, and other similar activities

· Assist in the development and administration of required policies and procedures for OSHA and EPA compliance

· Support efforts at all locations to ensure a culture of consistently safe behavior and compliance with OSHA and EPA, both federal and state

· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High School Diploma or GED

· Undergraduate degree in industrial safety or related field preferred

· 1 to 3 years of plant operations/manufacturing experience coupled with the knowledge of and/or aptitude to perform safety and environmental health duties

· 1 to 3 years of safety and environmental health experience preferred

· Certification and/or License – ASP/CSP or related certification preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Basic knowledge of OSHA standards and requirements, both federal and state regulations

· Basic knowledge of safety principles

· Familiarity with the workers’ compensation process

· Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

· Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

· Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

· Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)

· Able to follow directions

· Able to multi-task and organize own work activities

· Must be willing to travel locally within 3 locations

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range 25.00-32.00