What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at nVent?
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the company's environmental health and safety programs. This role leads and promotes a culture of safety within the site, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations,
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
Compliance and Regulatory Requirements -
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations for waste management, water discharge, and air permitting.
Monitor and analyze EHS regulatory requirements and risk initiatives.
Oversee incident/accident reporting, conduct investigations, and perform root cause analysis.
Conduct EHS hazard & risk assessments to identify existing EHS hazards and risks, and assist in the placement/implementation of required controls.
Maintain records of safety incidents and compliance activities.
Create and enforce safety policies and procedures.
Training and Safety Culture -
Lead and facilitate comprehensive EHS programs and training to meet regulatory and company obligations.
Promote a culture of safety within the site and ensure active participation in safety initiatives.
Coordinate behavior-based safety and ergonomic improvement activities.
Review & analysis trends of EHS incidents and performance, to identify any significant issues/gaps, inform and recommend corrective measures.
Operational Support -
Assist in setting up EHS Committees/Teams and oversee coordination between these groups.
Identify and coordinate support from outside consultants, including developing scopes of work. Issue contracts and permits as needed.
Partner with HR and Case Nurse to manage workers' compensation cases and emergency situations.
YOU HAVE:
BA or BS degree in Engineering, Science, Safety or Environmental is a must.
Certification in occupational health and safety (e.g. CSP, CIH, CHMM) is preferred.
Ideally 2 years' experience as an EHS Specialist in a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
Ideally 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment leading safety and/or environmental management systems.
An understanding and ability to apply safety & environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to drive continuous EH&S improvement and Lean Manufacturing progress.
Ability to interact appropriately with regulatory inspectors during inspections and follow-up activities.
WE HAVE:
A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.
We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
Innovative & adaptable
Dedicated to absolute integrity
Focused on the customer first
Respectful and team oriented
Optimistic and energizing
Accountable for performance
Benefits to support the lives of our employees
Benefit Overview
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.
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At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.
