Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
This position manages all of the company’s Environmental, Health and Safety and Risk Management programs. Leads, manages, and holds the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Department accountable to ensure compliance with Federal & State regulations, in areas including but not limited to: Environmental, Department of Transportation, Mine Safety and Health Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Department of Health. Also responsible for the administration of the Company’s self-insured Workers’ Compensation program and insurance claim processing
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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Leads, manages, and holds the Environmental Specialist accountable for the company-wide environmental compliance function.
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Oversees permitting (new & existing), SDS Information system, EHS audits, investigations & environmental testing.
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Leads the Executive Safety Committee and implements the safety training for the selected topics identified by the Executive Safety Committee.
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Specify, procure and maintain supply of Personal Protection Equipment; distribute as necessary.
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Assist Operations in the investigation of accidents involving company equipment/vehicles. Submit the claim to the insurance company and work with the adjustor towards closure of the claim. In cases resulting in a lawsuit, work with the attorney assigned by the insurance company in providing requested information in defense of the claim/lawsuit.
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Responsible for the administration of the Company’s self-insured Workers’ Compensation Program in accordance with the Workers’ Compensation Administrative Rules
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Oversees the third-party administrator to ensure that the claims are being monitored, including medical care, off duty or light duty status.
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Work with the departments to create and direct light/modified duty program consistent with appropriate restrictions to enhance return to work status.
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Participates in the quarterly claim review with the 3rd party administrator. Review the company reserves and 3rd party reserves monthly to ensure that reserves are adequate.
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Provide input to the Vice President, Finance and Mgr., General Accounting on monthly accrual and department allocation.
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Manage Driver Improvement Programs, including files and records, and provide updates as needed.
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Coordinate with operations for routine and random physicals, background checks, abstracts, annual road tests, and related.
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Provide environmental regulatory review and input for potential and new Company ventures and for Company construction, modification, and decommissioning projects.
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Serve as liaison with federal, state, and local regulatory
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Represent the Company at related conferences, committees, associations, and outreach programs.
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Media contact for environmental health and safety related issues.