Environmental, Health, and Safety Coordinator

Madico is a local Manufacturer and supplier of Window film with proven industry leadership, and we have entered growth mode. We are seeking a local individual for our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Coordinator position. This is an exciting onsite opportunity for a local candidate. Madico offers a robust benefits package to include several options of medical, dental, vision, and supplemental healthcare plans, company paid life-insurance and short-term/long-term disability. You are also eligible for paid vacation and holiday time and enrollment in our 401k account with a generous match.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator responsible for implementing and maintaining the safety and environmental programs at Madico’s manufacturing facilities. This role promotes employee safety and environmental protection by ensuring compliance with all workplace policies, practices, and regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in and commitment to fostering a culture of safety and environmental excellence in a manufacturing or industrial setting. The EHS Coordinator must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicate policy to a multidisciplinary workforce. The goal of this position is to ensure that the workplace meets all regulatory expectations and proactively supports occupational health and safety. This is a hands-on position that requires active involvement in the day-to-day activities of the manufacturing operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead in the execution of a comprehensive EHS program that meets regulatory requirements, ISO 14001 standards, organizational goals, and ensures a compliant work environment.
• Maintain the facility's environmental compliance which includes:
  • Air Operation Permit compliance and reporting
  • Storm Water Permit compliance and reporting
  • Hazardous Chemical compliance and reporting
  • Hazardous Waste compliance and reporting
• Maintain and manage safety programs in accordance with all applicable regulations.
• Conduct ongoing safety audits to ensure ongoing compliance. Proactively address potential hazards. Coach employees in safe behaviors.
• On call 24/7 to lead accident investigations and make corrective action determinations.
• Serve as the facility Emergency Response Commander.
• Manage EHS service agreements such as SDS, PPE, and First Aid management.
• Complete required health and safety permitting and record keeping.
• Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines.
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure management of risks and compliance while meeting with business and operational needs.
• Conduct regular safety training sessions for existing employees and new hires.
• Maintain awareness of amendments to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations and recommendations for their implementations.
• Establish and maintain required job safety records.
• Walk through the facility daily; maintain access to all employees.
• Prepares, analyzes, and communicates environmental and safety performance related data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (IMS) RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in identifying how your work affects the quality, or impacts the environmental aspects of the products or services we provide to customer(s)
• Improve your work processes
• Write procedures or work instructions that describe your work
• Provide input and verify that documented procedures are adequate and accurate
• Understand and use your work/job instructions
• Understand our IMS policies and how they apply
• Keep records and data on pertinent business outcomes
• Participate in internal audits
• Participate in ongoing process improvement
• Participate in external registration and surveillance audits
• Directly support methods and practices of the IMS Process through personal compliance and visible support actions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit.
• The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in a clean air-conditioned manufacturing environment around mechanical equipment, in an office setting, or in the outdoor environment.
• The noise level in the work environment may occasionally require hearing protection.
• The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, the risk of electrical shock, and to toxic chemicals and vapors. The employee must be able to wear personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

• (Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; drug screen, physical evaluation; job related tests may be required
• Formal Application
• Formal Interview
• Drug Screen

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The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute and employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

BENEFITS:

• 401(K) with employer matching
• 14 paid holidays
• Two weeks' vacation plus sick time
• Bonus potential
• Company paid health insurance option
• Company paid life insurance and short term disability
• HSA and FSA account options
• Onsite gym

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local regulations applicable to the environmental and safety fields.
• Experience with OSHAS 18001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 preferred.
• Experience with EPA Large Quantity Generators Requirements preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of Lockout-tagout, Hot Work, Confined Space, Hoist and Sling, NFPA 70E, forklift operation, machine guarding, handling of hazardous and flammable chemicals and other industrial operations.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change throughout the organization.
• Proven planning and analysis capabilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent people skills; team player.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize amongst many competing inputs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage limited resources in an effective manner.
• A self-starter with high energy, a passion for excellence, and a bias for action.
• Strong PC skills.
• A minimum of 3 years related experience in a manufacturing or industrial field is required.
• Printing or web handling experience is a plus.