Description

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Lead Department: Manufacturing Administration

Location: Factory Status: Regular, Full-Time

FLSA Category: Non-Exempt Reports to: Facilities Manager

Direct Reports: 0 Level: Midlevel

Pay Range: $22 - $24 per hour Relevant Work Experience: 1+ years

Schedule: M-F, 8am-4:30pm Travel: N/A

Position Summary:
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Lead will support manufacturing management by coordinating safety training programs, investigating employee injuries, and managing safety and claims information. Additionally, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations and promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Teams: Provide Leadership and direction for the company Safety and Rapid Response teams.
Safety Training and Initiatives: Assist in the development and execution of safety training programs, ensuring alignment with company safety policies. Participate in accident investigations and provide timely responses to injured workers.
Injury Reporting and Follow-Up: Report employee injuries to the relevant insurance agencies and provide detailed injury reports and follow-up actions to internal management.
Near Miss Program Coordination: Oversee the Near Miss safety program by tracking incidents and delivering weekly reports to the manufacturing management team.
Return to Work Collaboration: Partner with the Human Resources department to support Return-to-work initiatives for injured employees.
Fire Drills and Emergency Preparedness: Schedule and conduct fire drills in collaboration with manufacturing management and local fire department representatives.
OSHA Compliance: Ensure the entry, reporting, and posting of required OSHA logs and reports are accurate and timely.
OSHA Inspections: Participate in OSHA inspections and collaborate on implementing necessary corrective actions.

Additional Responsibilities:

Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) system administration.
Help audit and improve RMCF safety policies and programs.
Administer safety data sheet (SDS) folders.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

Minimum of one year of experience in Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA regulations, and employee safety training. EMS work experience may be considered in lieu of EHS work experience.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions carefully and work effectively under pressure.
Strong communication skills to convey instructions and information clearly and accurately to others.
Strong attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and internet research.
Certified Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform physical tasks, including bending, reaching, grasping small objects, and lifting up to 50 lbs, with or without accommodation.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts
401(k) with company match
EAP program
Short/Long Term Disability – Paid by Company
Life Insurance – Paid by Company
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts

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