Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

Job Summary: Manages the planning and implementation of occupational safety, health and environmental programs to assure the highest possible degree of safety for employees. Ensures PLI complies with current applicable federal and state health, safety and environmental laws, regulations, and standards. Maintains regulatory recordkeeping, develops, and conducts regular training of employees.

Essential Job Functions:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace. Conduct and coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices. Provide advice and counsel concerning all city, state, and federal compliance regulations.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of controls based on results of hazard analyses. Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of hazard control systems, policies, procedures, and recommend changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate workplace accidents and injuries.
• Review all injury/illness and non-injury accident investigation reports and follow-up as necessary. Function as Workers Compensation Coordinator for the site: Maintaining mechanisms for medical management of claims, working closely with workers and claims representatives to ensure timely treatment, recover, and return to work.
• Champion a sustainability program; leverage organizational resources to design, gain support for, and execute a comprehensive strategic plan to address sustainability.
• Direct or assist in the development of specialized education and training materials. Conduct specialized safety and environmental training programs to communicate hazard control information. Assist in new employee occupational safety, health, and environmental orientation. Lead and coordinate monthly safety committee meetings. Prepare and conduct monthly safety talks for all shifts and departments.
• Compile, analyze, interpret, and report accident, loss, and exposure statistical data; prepare comprehensive recommendations for corrective action to eliminate or minimize potential hazards. Maintain all OSHA and EPA recordkeeping and complete the annual statistical reporting.
• Maintain plan for fire evacuation and disaster response. Serve as facility Emergency Response Coordinator
• Participate in new product/process reviews including process hazard analyses, operator training and implementation of engineering controls to minimize safety and occupational health hazards. Maintain a complete and up to date employee Right-to-Know program.
• Promote safety and health awareness through internal company memoranda, notices, and postings.
• Advise Managers and Supervisors of regulatory changes with which the company must comply.
• Direct environmental compliance programs related to hazardous wastes, air permitting, and water pollution control. Manage waste disposal records and HAPS/VOC reporting. Incorporate essential occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements in all control actions.
• Recommend the purchase of safety equipment and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as directed that correspond to the overall function of this position.
• Safely perform physical demands.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or greater in related field preferred
• Five years of EHS experience and/or training
• Five years of work experience in a role influencing people and outcomes, such as EHS, HR, Safety Committees, Supervisor/Lead position in a manufacturing environment
• Creative problem-solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter, organized, detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Intermediate skills in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to organize and manage paper and electronic files
• Ability to adapt to change and perform with minimal direction

PLI Physical Requirements and Work Environment Certification

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, hear, and comprehend. The employee is required to stand for extended periods, walk and use hands for grasping and fine manipulation. The employee will be required to reach with hands and arms and must be able to lift and carry up to twenty-five pounds frequently and up to fifty pounds occasionally. Employee must be able to regularly push and pull loads using a pallet jack. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus and distinguish colors from one another.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in an indoor setting with variable temperature conditions. The employee will be working around moving equipment and machinery and will occasionally be required to use hazardous chemicals with appropriate, required personal protective equipment. The employee may be exposed to minimal chemical smells and paper dust. The employee must be prepared to respond to emergencies should they occur. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.