EHS Specialist / Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Summary:

The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist / Manager will assist the management team with developing, implementing, managing, and providing oversight of client EHS programs and procedures in a manufacturing setting.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and implementing safety policies and procedures with local, state, & federal EPA/ OSHA rules and regulations.
• Assist in building a structured health and safety ownership and accountability program within the company by standardizing and communicating clearly defined safety regulations.
• Assist in maintaining and updating environmental compliance for hazardous waste, stormwater, and air permits.
• Assist in providing oversight for worker’s compensation case management.
• Assist in completing the job assessments for physical demands development.
• Perform noise assessments and annual hearing tests
• Update SDS as needed.
• Update the compliance tasks list and ensure compliance with critical preventative maintenance calendar updates.
• Assist in driving continuous improvement through safety analyses, audits, and investigations.
• Assist in coordinating the daily safety activities supporting the operations and manufacturing teams.
• Support manufacturing operations with procedure development and training.
• Provide solutions to complex environmental, safety, health, and security issues as a safety leader.
• Provide appropriate safety and health, incident prevention, and investigation training for managers and supervisors.
• Assist management in inspecting workplaces to assure safe and healthful conditions for workers.
• Provide promotional materials to promote safe work performance.
• Assist management and supervisors in investigating incidents and developing measures to prevent recurrences.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employees by creating a positive working environment to achieve the organization’s goals.
• Conduct activities safely and work following established safety and company requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate and train on EHS fundamentals.
• Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills, both oral and written, are required.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to effectively learn and acquire new knowledge and skills, including First Aid/CPR.
• Computer skills and an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows-based programs are required.
• Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Must comply with client core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Considerable knowledge of Federal EPA/OSHA, State, and local regulations in general industry and manufacturing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• (EHS) Specialist / Manager: 7 years (Required)
• Local, State, & Federal EPA/ OSHA rules & regulations: 7 years (Required)
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows based programs: 7 years (Required)
• Maintaining & updating environmental compliance: 7 years (Required)
• Industrial Manufacturing Safety- not food processing: 7 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Union, MO 63084 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Union, MO 63084: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000