What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at Gems Sensors?
Job Description
Job Description
Gems Sensors is hiring for an EHS Specialist in Plainville, CT. This is a permanent position with full benefits. Gems Sensors is a global supplier of sensors and controls, founded in 1955 with multiple facilities across the world!
The Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist is responsible for developing, administering and sustaining an
effective environmental, health, and safety (EHS) process through risk reduction strategies and management system
implementation. The EHS Specialist is the on-site face of safety for the business, working directly with managers and
associates across the facility to deploy pro-active safety programs consistent with a world class corporation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Implement all aspects of the Gems Setra EHS system.
Improve EHS workplace performance by promoting an incident-free workplace, and identifying and mitigating
EHS risk in accordance with regulations, corporate compliance policies, and ISO standards.
Schedule and present all necessary EHS training for employees and ensure compliance and understanding.
Guide and direct assigned operating company toward compliance with local, state, and federal safety and
environmental regulations, and corporate compliance policies.
Facilitate and engage operating company team and team members to drive projects that will lead to reductions
in accidents, energy, water usage and waste minimization.
Ensure timely submittal of required federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulatory reports.
Lead Safety Committee and facilitate team meetings as appropriate for the operating company.
Conduct inspections and audits throughout the entire manufacturing facility to identify existing or potential
hazards and determine corrective or preventive measures.
Lead first aid response team, coordinate annual certifications and conduct monthly meetings.
Conduct and document incident investigations with root cause / countermeasures, and maintain OSHA
recordkeeping.
Administer Workers Compensation functions for the assigned business unit.
Provide input on factory daily management and project reviews.
Positively contribute in kaizen events supporting a continuous improvement culture.
Facilitate EHS suggestions and manage near miss program.
Conduct JSAs (safety risk assessments) and Aspect / Impact Analysis (environmental risk assessments).
Manage environmental compliance including hazardous waste disposal, environmental permits, and EPA
regulatory reporting.
Lead local sustainability projects, sustainability reporting, and emission reduction initiatives.
Manage safety and wellness programs (biometric screening, health fair, ART).
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in environmental, health and safety or related scientific field
6 months of related experience (related experience may include internship or co-op experience).
Sound judgment with the ability to make timely decisions.
Solid time management skills with proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a dynamic results driven culture.
Versatile, flexible, and a desire to work within a high-paced manufacturing environment.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
May be assigned additional projects and responsibilities at the sole discretion of the Operations Manager, EHS Leader
or Director of Operations.
