Job Description
: Directly to the EHS Leader Span of Control : 0 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Leads the implementation or management of EHS programs for the plant. If needed, customize corporate and division safety programs for local use. Develop, implement and monitor EHS action plans and programs to ensure a high level of safety awareness within the facility. Maintains and updates EHS information (charts, and graphs) and communicates safety metrics. Maintain all EHS training documentation as required by corporate and federal/state standards. Coordinates necessary EHS audits and inspections as required and ensures follow-up items are completed. Assists in recordable injury, first-aid and near-miss investigations and in the development and implementation of action plans. Acts as a plant liaison with regional and divisional safety leader and outside safety agencies. Conduct regular facility inspections. Ensures housekeeping of office and work areas is maintained. Continuously educates employees on EHS standards, procedures, PPE, etc. Documents all Hazard Identifications, Safe Behavior Observations, facility audits, etc. Performs safety orientations and monthly safety training. Manages the site’s SDS’s and the MSDS Vault system. Performs other functions as they relate to maintenance of the plant Safety and Environmental Programs as directed by the Plant Leader. JOB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : 4+ years combined work experience in manufacturing safety KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : Demonstrate sound leadership on the job through safety performance, communication skills and teamwork Good organizational skills Knowledge of general OSHA and EPA requirements Comfortable in identification and coaching of unsafe acts or behaviors for both salary and hourly employees Lean (Six Sigma) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) knowledge a plus Basic computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or GED Equivalent EHS college courses or EHS certificates 1-2 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance Work up to 12 hours in non-climate controlled manufacturing environment Safeguard self and others with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - steel-toed shoes, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask), hearing protection and long sleeved shirt and pants as necessary for tasks Ability to work overtime as necessary This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.