Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for cultivating a productive, sustainable, healthy, and accident free workplace by driving a culture of EHS Excellence that embraces EHS and sustainability principles, leading industry practices, and governing regulations. The ability to be a role model and influence employee awareness, engagement, and accountability is a critical requirement of this position. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring EHS systems and initiatives to manage risk and drive continuous and sustainable improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and promote corporate EHS Excellence system to increase employee awareness, engagement, and accountability to drive continuous improvement and business performance.
• Assist with the development and execution of programs, policies, and procedures that address occupational injury and illness prevention, risk management, compliance assurance, and environmental protection based on governing regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.), best practice standards (ANSI, NFPA, ACGIH, etc.), data analysis and trend tracking.
• Ensure compliance EHS regulations and requirements including monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting.
• Develop and implement training programs that educate stakeholders on EHS policies, procedures, and company standards.
• Track and monitor EHS and sustainability metrics.
• Provide EHS support to stakeholders including, but not limited to, incident investigations, ergonomic assessments, and interpretation of EHS regulations.
• Develop a communication plan using creative delivery methods to educate employees on EHS policies and procedures and their impact and relationship to the business.
• Promote active participation and ownership in the implementation of environmental, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and related regulatory and educational programs.
• Conduct EHS assessments of the physical environment and EHS programs and processes to identify gaps and provide corrective/preventive action recommendations.
• Coordinate waste management (non-hazardous, hazardous (RCRA), universal, etc.) activities including on-site waste accumulation and storage, inspections, training, recordkeeping/reporting, shipping, and disposal with licensed and reputable waste management vendors in accordance with all local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain various EHS plans including any associated activities such as establishing response/pollution prevention teams, conducting drills, and operational preparedness
  • Participate as an EHS Committee member.
  • Develop collaborative relationships with local leadership group, including supervisors, managers, directors, and senior leaders to drive a culture of EHS Excellence
  • Represent the organization in community or industry EHS groups.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Competency: A working knowledge of EHS standards and regulations (EPA, OSHA, CFR, NFPA, etc.) and basic Industrial hygiene techniques and principles.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Accurately gathers and analyzes information and data to drive and improve performance; Excellent problem-solving skills in team environment; Excellent reasoning skills when dealing with emotional topics and situations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict; Maintains confidentiality; Actively listens to others without interruption; Maintains control during emotional situations; Embraces new ideas and change while cultivating a professional EHS culture.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly, concisely, and persuasively in all types of situations; listens and ensures clarity and understanding; Provides clear, concise, and timely responses to employee comments and questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Actively participates in business and operational meetings.
• Written Communication: Demonstrates effective writing skills to convey information clearly and accurately to a variety of audiences; Effectively analyzes and presents data and metrics to provide business value and drive performance; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Develops positive relationships and builds trust with others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks accurately and timely; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Judgment: Displays willingness to make timely decisions using sound and accurate judgment; Provides reasoning and justification for decisions; Engages appropriate individuals in decision-making process;
• Computer Skills: A working knowledge of various computer software and word processing programs such as spreadsheets and databases to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office.
• MUST BE BILINGUAL

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* 5-7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment required. A preference would be given for previous Environmental Health and Safety experience

* AA/AS degree in industrial safety or hygiene, public health or applicable field is preferred

* Possession of OSHA 10 or OSHA 30-hour certification or must possess within 90 days of hire.

* Possession of RCRA certification or must possess within 90 days of hire.

* Possession of First Response CPR/First Aid certification or must possess within 90 days of hire.

MUST BE BILINGUAL

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is required to sit and talk and hear.

Other physical requirements include:

• • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40#'s without assistance.
  • Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling or bending positions.
  • Ability to work with arms above head.
  • Ability to work from ladders or scaffolding.
  • Ability to stand or walk within the manufacturing environment for eight hours per day (minus specified breaks).
  • Ability to safely use specified hand, air, power tools, and machinery.
• Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Hand-Eye coordination.
• Required to handle and dispose of hazardous waste.
• Ability to work in 105-degree heat for excess of eight (8) hours per day.
• Ability to work in noisy and dusty conditions.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Ambient temperature range is 40-105 degrees with high humidity.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDED AND/OR REQUIRED:

• • Safety glasses.
  • Earplugs.
  • Safety Shoes

The pay scale for newly hired employees in this position at this location in California is between $66,560 - $90,000. This is based on meeting all of the requirements of the role. The base pay offered for the role may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We are proud to offer competitive benefits in addition to competitive pay. Our pay for performance philosophy allows top performers to earn more based on their continued success.

This information is provided per California Law. Base pay information is based on market location and may differ in other locations.