EHS Coordinator

EHS Coordinator

Location: Meridian, ID, US

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for quality control and safety supervisor duties including testing as well as leading the safety initiative and is also involved in production control efforts when necessary; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the core values of integrity, safety, respect, customer focus, quality, innovation, and financial success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include The Following

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Tests and inspects raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure they meet established standards for quality.
• Reports on changes in strength of raw materials and finished product and quality management.
• Recommends corrective action when appropriate.
• Documents lab test results.
• Monitors process and documents change as required.
• Analyzes belt counts to make sure mix designs do not fluctuate and if they do apply a corrective factor to the mix design to offset the change.
• Reports weekly on quality within the plant and test results.
• Directs the safety initiative in the plant and yard.
• Makes sure employees, including temporary employees, receive safety training prior to beginning work.
• Ensures company–required programs are maintained.
• Completes monthly plant inspection and tracks written action items resulting from those inspections.
• Ensures that OSHA 200 form is maintained and posting requirements are met.
• Orders and tracks safety and first aid supplies.
• Ensures that all accidents and injuries are properly investigated and that the written report accurately describes the circumstances surrounding the accident/injury.
• Ensures that the location meets all OSHA requirements.
• Ensures that recordkeeping and documentation requirements are met.
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable and regular attendance is required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school education or equivalent.
• One-year experience in laboratory procedures and environmental health and safety in a production environment.
• Knowledge of testing procedures for concrete products and aggregate, and safety requirements including employee training, documentation, and reordering.
• Ability to use and operate various types of testing equipment and machines, forklifts, mixers, and personal computers.
• Possess a certificate to operate forklifts.
• Excellent written and oral communication and mathematical skills.
• Experience in public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability and desire to learn skills needed to perform duties.
• Predictable and regular attendance is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing, walking, sitting, talking/listening, simple grasping with both hands, and reaching with hands and arms below shoulder level.
• Lifting up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Work near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000 / Annually DOE

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace.