POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Environmental Health and Safety Specialist will provide environmental health and safety technical support to the brand. This role will recommend changes to protect workers and educate employees using safety training programs and tools to prevent accidents.
CORE FUNCTIONS
Coordinate EH&S activities and culture through strong leadership and communication.
Coordinate and provide ongoing EH&S training for all employees. Assist with new employee safety orientation.
- Conduct routine safety observation tours; follow-up on open issues.
- Coordinate emergency procedures, training, and practice drills.
- Coordinate chemical awareness training and monitor on a continuous basis.
- Plans and implements programs to train supervisors and employees to meet standards and enhance the company safety culture.
Investigate work related incidents, injuries, and/or illnesses and determine the root cause.
Coordinate with appropriate EH&S analysts, hygienists, consultants, engineers, and suppliers related to the EH&S needs of the organization.
- Assist in the development of effective EH&S countermeasures to continuously improve safety objectives.
Ensure legislative compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Advise management on the compliance status, cost, and technical improvements needed to achieve compliance.
Lead the safety committee and help to coordinate activities, recommendations, and accountability of identified issues.
Maintain EH&S tracking reports and provide statistical analysis as required. Ensure all environmental reports are submitted accurately and on time.
Manage OHSA 300 Log(s).
Manage multiple sites.
Manage Worker's Compensation and applicable FMLA programs in line with company policy. Participate in and support Human Resources initiatives.
Serve as a positive leader and mentor by exhibiting and instructing desirable behaviors, culture, and skill sets. Organize materials at workstation and department according to 6S standards.
Maintain record keeping for applicable programs.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment. Correct any unsafe conditions or behaviors. Perform other related and non-related duties as assigned through on-the-job training.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
5+ years of EH&S/Safety experience is required.
Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Knowledge of EH&S policies and procedures. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality. Familiarity with state and federal laws.
Strong training ability.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills.
Travel
Travel may be required.
COMPETENCIES
- Follows instructions. Responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
SUPERVISORRESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is subject to Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involved sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.
Physic.al Activities
- This position is subject to the following physical activities: standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, and the use of hands, wrists, or fingers in repetitive motions.
Visual Acuity
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement
Work Environment
This position primarily operates in an office environment but will require work on the production floor. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
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