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Position Summary:

This position reports directly to the Engineering Manager/Assistant Site Director – the primary responsibility of this position is to own the Kalamazoo site’s overall EHS Program. This position will work closely with others on the site leadership team to identify and reach goals and continuously improve EHSperformance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and coordinate EHS Management System for on-site and field-based employees and contingent workers to reduce or eliminate occupational illness and injuries, improve employee engagement, and reduce business risks and losses

• Review accident reports and investigate accidents develop solutions to minimize or prevent recurrence

• Assist in the administration of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, FAA, DEA and other relevant safety and environmental standards

• Introduce and interpret various Federal, State, and Local recognized rules, regulations and procedures governing hazardous materials as they impact the company

• Spearhead all environmental compliance programs related to air, water, waste and chemical handling

• Coordinate the maintenance of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) sheet on company products

• Manage the company hazard communication program including maintaining the SDS sheets for chemicals used in the facility

• Acts as process champion of the Safety Team, First Responders, and Hazwoper Team

• Provide ongoing training and supervision for all facility emergency response teams

• Develop and administer medical surveillance and biological monitoring in accordance with OSHA standards and corporate policy

Prepare and deliver safety topic sessions to employees and safety key team members regarding the effects of work-related accidents and injuries. Ensure compliance with applicable

law by making sure legally mandated training is up-to-date and appropriate records are kept

• Assist in and ensure that continuous safety/environmental training are being conveyed to all appropriate employees

• Coordinate and maintain Hazard Waste and hazardous waste disposal and clean up programs, as needed.

• Conduct job site and ergonomic evaluations; recommends changes to management and implements approved recommendations.

• Collaborate with other functions on the selection and purchase of new chemical products as well as evaluate changes to manufacturing processes, as requested.

• Oversee the effectiveness and placement of plant-wide fire protection equipment and emergency warning systems, in partnership with Engineering/Facilities Manager.

• Provide New Employee EHS orientation

Review Worker's Compensation costs, days lost days of light/modified duty, number of litigated cases, medical and indemnity costs per case, experience and history statistics.

Reports to management any trends and recommendations.

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• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with community health and welfare agencies, local hospitals and physicians

• Participate in professional educational programs to maintain skill levels and certifications

• Coordinate EHS related response to customer audits and questionnaires

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in safety, environmental or related field
A minimum 2-4 years’ experience in Manufacturing, Sustainability or Environmental, Health and Safety

Preferred Qualifications:

Hazardous Chemical experience preferred
Experience with OSHA, NFPA, FAA, DEA, EPA regulatory requirements strongly preferred
Computer experience including Word, Excel, and Power Point
Self-starter, attention to detail, team player

YOUR APPLICATION:

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Epredia does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Epredia is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Protected Veterans.

Our Journey. Epredia is on a journey to create an inclusive environment where we celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best and brightest from all walks of life and backgrounds. Your candidacy will be reviewed regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or veteran status.

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