Job Type: Non-Exempt
Position: 1
Duration of role: Permanent
Reporting to: EHS Manager
Location: Red Lion, PA
About Us
At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.
Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.
We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.
About the Role
The EHS Coordinator is responsible for supporting and advancing the organization's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs through the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, safe work practices, and compliance management systems. This role serves as a key resource for identifying workplace hazards, evaluating operational risks, and establishing standardized processes that ensure regulatory compliance and protect employees, contractors, visitors, and company assets. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical writing skills, a systematic approach to hazard identification, and the ability to collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and management teams to integrate safety into daily operations.
What You'll Do
- Adhere to the Employee Handbook, Group Code of Conduct, the Group Compliance Policy, the IMS Policy, and all other applicable company policies and procedures.
- Maintain awareness of the requirements of, and their individual contribution to and impact on the effectiveness of, the Integrated Management System (IMS), including Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental and Product Compliance objectives and requirements.
- Report on unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, incidents, and injuries, quality issues, compliance concerns, violations to the appropriate personnel without delay.
- Participate in required training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- All employees are required to adhere to the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance Policy. Employees are responsible for reporting compliance concerns, issues, or failures through appropriate channels and for participating in required compliance training. Full responsibilities are outlined in DIV-JD-HR-025.
Risk Assessment & Hazard Analysis
- Lead and facilitate workplace risk assessments across manufacturing, warehouse, maintenance, and office environments.
- Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs),and ergonomic assessments.
- Identify hazards, assess risk levels, and develop practical mitigation strategies using hierarchy of controls principles.
- Support Management of Change (MOC) processes by evaluating safety impacts of new equipment, processes, materials, and organizational changes.
- Develop and maintain site risk registers and corrective action tracking systems.
- Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses to identify procedural and systemic improvements.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development & Management
- Lead the development, review, revision, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safe Work Instructions (SWIs), and operational standards.
- Collaborate with department leaders and subject matter experts to document critical operational processes and safety requirements.
- Ensure SOPs comply with OSHA, EPA, company standards, and industry best practices.
- Establish and maintain document control processes for all EHS procedures and work instructions.
- Conduct periodic reviews and audits of SOP effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Facilitate employee engagement in procedure development to improve ownership and compliance.
- Develop process flow diagrams, job task analyses, and work instructions to support operational excellence.
EHS Compliance & Program Administration
- Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
- Support EHS programs including:
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Confined Space Entry
- Hot Work
- Machine Guarding
- Chemical Safety
- Hazard Communication
- Contractor Management
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Emergency Response
- Industrial Hygiene
- Conduct routine workplace inspections and compliance audits.
- Monitor corrective actions and verify closure of identified deficiencies.
- Assist with environmental compliance activities, inspections, and reporting requirements as needed.
Training & Employee Engagement
- Develop and deliver EHS training programs related to SOPs, risk assessments, and safe work practices.
- Facilitate employee participation in hazard reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support onboarding and orientation programs for new employees and contractors.
- Evaluate training effectiveness through observation, audits, and competency assessments.
- Promote a proactive safety culture through employee coaching and engagement activities.
- Lead effective Joint Health and Safety Committees
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing risk and improving operational consistency.
What You'll Need
- Minimum one to two years of experience in EHS, safety, or compliance roles.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental standards, and workplace safety practices.
- Experience developing and implementing SOPs, work instructions, and safety procedures.
- Experience conducting risk assessments, JSAs, JHAs, or similar hazard analysis activities.
- Strong technical writing and document management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to communicate effectively via phone, email, and virtual platforms.
- Ability to review data, reports, and documentation for extended durations.
- Ability to travel to business locations or operational sites as required.
- Ability to perform light physical activity including standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
What You'll Get
- Pay range: $25/hr USD to $30/hr USD.
- Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
- World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us, in creating a better world.
- Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
- Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
- Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership and strive for excellence.
Stay connected with us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/tate-access-floors/mycompany/verification/) for insights into life at Tate. Join us in our mission to make a difference through exceptional solutions.
Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
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1 year(s): EHS Coordinator
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Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge
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Teamwork
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Training and Development
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer
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