PURPOSE OF POSITION

Are you passionate about creating a safer, healthier work environment? Do you thrive in a role where your keen eye for detail and proactive approach can make a significant impact? As our Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our workplace is not only compliant with safety standards but is a model of efficiency and continuous improvement. This dynamic role will have you engaged in everything from quarterly reporting and administrative tasks to hands-on safety incident reviews and innovative Continuous Improvement (CI) projects. If you’re ready to champion safety and health while driving positive change, we want you on our team!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Quarterly Reports: Prepare and submit comprehensive quarterly reports on EHS metrics and activities.
Administrative Amendments: Handle administrative tasks related to EHS, including policy updates and documentation management.
Safety Incident Review: Review safety incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
OSHA Reporting: Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, including timely reporting and documentation of workplace incidents.
Continuous Improvement Projects: Participate in and lead CI projects aimed at enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.
Inspection and Compliance: Conduct regular facility inspections to identify potential safety, health, and environmental risks. Develop and implement inspection policies, procedures, and schedules.
Training and Development: Prepare and deliver training sessions on emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics. Ensure all employees are informed and compliant with EHS standards.
Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate records of safety data sheets, hazardous waste discharges, employee exposure to pollutants, and environmental permits. Ensure all records are accessible and up-to-date.
Incident Investigation: Oversee the investigation of incidents, ensuring thorough documentation, root cause identification, and implementation of long-term corrective actions.
Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local regulations, and internal safety standards. Utilize EHS consultants as necessary.
Employee Health and Safety: Manage employee medical care, worker’s compensation claims, and accident prevention initiatives.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to change and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
High level of proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required; Master’s degree desirable.
Five years of related experience preferred.
Certifications in CPR, First Aid, AED, ASP, or CSP highly preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Environment: May include exposure to heat, cold, fumes, uneven surfaces, and outdoor conditions for various durations throughout the day.

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.

Sit: Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Stand: Frequently (31% - 65% of the workday)
Walk: Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Stoop/bend/squat: Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Push/pull: Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Crawl/kneel/half-kneel: Not required or rarely required
Climb: Not required or rarely required
Balance: Not required or rarely required
Drive Forklift: Not required or rarely required
Use of machinery/tools: Not required or rarely required
Hand movement and gripping: Not required or rarely required
Lift from/to floor: Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Lift from/to waist: Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Lift from/to overhead: Not required or rarely required
Lift and carry:
Sedentary (0-5 pounds): Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Light (11-20 pounds): Occasionally (= 30% of the workday)
Medium (21 to 40 pounds): Not required or rarely required
Heavy (41 to 60 pounds): Not required or rarely required
Very heavy (Over 61 pounds): Not required or rarely required

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Enviromental Health and Safety Specialist