What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS and Quality Specialist position at HarbisonWalker International?
Job Description
Are you a passionate health and safety professional with aspirations for more? Then, consider our newly created role for our plants. This role focuses not only on EHS, but also quality. We are seeking an individual will the passion to learn and grow with our company. For the EHS and Quality Specialist, the safety and health of employees takes precedence over any other duties of this position. This role supports the overall quality objectives of the facility through the administration of programs and initiatives including performing product and assembly quality inspections according to HWl standards and customer specifications. This role also implements safety training for employees, investigates accidents and devises strategies for reduction to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental regulations and HWI policies and programs.
Job Duties
About Us
HWI, a member of Calderys
HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States.
With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.
We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.
For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/
Are you a passionate health and safety professional with aspirations for more? Then, consider our newly created role for our plants. This role focuses not only on EHS, but also quality. We are seeking an individual will the passion to learn and grow with our company. For the EHS and Quality Specialist, the safety and health of employees takes precedence over any other duties of this position. This role supports the overall quality objectives of the facility through the administration of programs and initiatives including performing product and assembly quality inspections according to HWl standards and customer specifications. This role also implements safety training for employees, investigates accidents and devises strategies for reduction to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental regulations and HWI policies and programs.
Job Duties
- Analyzing product and systems related quality data (Sample Manager); performing root cause analysis to build standard work and train Quality Technicians on test methods, processes, and data analysis techniques
- Coordinating HWI’s plant quality management program and external 3rd party (ISO 9001) certification audit program. Coordination includes planning, scheduling, and monitoring effective execution of the programs
- Preparing certificate of analysis for customer orders and auditing incoming raw material certificate of analysis from vendors to ensure compliance to HWI RMS standards.
- Administering and driving continuous improvement activities while ensuring rework plans are implemented on the shop floor and 5S standards are maintained
- Ensuring facility is in compliance with occupational safety & health regulations, environmental regulations, and corporate safety & health policies and programs
- Conducting facility audits to verify compliance with EHS regulatory and corporate requirements
- Assisting/advising facilities regarding workers’ compensation/accident investigation related issues
- Promoting safety awareness and regularly participates in facility safety activities
- Coordinates/oversees and/or conducts industrial hygiene monitoring and medical surveillance programs
- Preparing monthly safety status reports
- Technical degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Quality, Environmental Health/Safety or a related field preferred
- The EHS and Quality Technician requires four (4) – six (6) of industrial/manufacturing quality assurance and safety experience.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standards Quality Management Systems
- Knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing and LEAN Management principles
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and workers’ compensation regulations and practices
- Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD and Oracle ERP
- Strong analytical, interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
About Us
HWI, a member of Calderys
HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States.
With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.
We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.
For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/
