Environmental Health Safety Specialist

The Health, Safety, Environment Specialist will be responsible for performing varied and complex duties related to the HSE function with an emphasis on development of job task processes for the company (Hazard Identification / Risk Assessments (HazID) and Standard Work Instructions (SWI)). Interacts with all levels of the organization in gaining input from affected departments to effectively develop job task processes. Judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload.

Essential Functions:

1. Gathers, analyzes, and interprets data from incident reports, then enters the data into various databases and other recordkeeping systems in a timely and accurate manner.
2. Maintains an accurate and up to date listing of all employees and specific information in the learning management system/safety database.
3. Gathers, analyzes, and interprets data from HazID, incident reports, and industry experience to identify process and training gaps.
4. Troubleshoots missing or questionable data and refers inconsistencies or problems to the HSE director or appropriate staff member for further clarification or investigation.
5. Audits HSE data to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and various other government agencies as well as internal company requirements.
6. Prepares HSE reports, training presentations and maintains/updates other materials as needed.
7. Gatekeeper of HSE/DOT records, policies, and reports.
8. Obtains driver safety information such as motor vehicle reports, certificate of violations, drug, and alcohol reports, etc.
9. Obtains information for legality purposes for the company and maintains confidential file on any cases.
10. Provides general administrative support to the HSE Department through the maintenance of files, preparation of documents, preparation of mailings, sending faxes and answering basic safety questions.
11. Files and manages all Worker’s Comp and incident claim reporting to insurance agency.
12. Point of contact for Certificate of insurance
13. Reviews Loss Run reports to identify trends where process improvements are beneficial.
14. Efficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and web base data systems.
15. Keeping confidentiality within the company in the records that are dealt with.
16. Cross-functions with the HR department
17. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

Reading, writing, and math skills typically obtained through a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in HSE.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Great Customer service and attention to detail.

Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required, particularly with database maintenance utilizing Excel, and skills in Word and PowerPoint.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to diligently manage confidential information.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are essential, excellent organizational and time management skills.

Must be able to work well within deadlines and be a strong contributor in a team environment.

Must have strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Positive attitude, well-groomed professional appearance required.

MUST be a team player.

Must possess negotiation skills and be detail oriented.

Solid demonstrated internal and external customer service skills required.

Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, hiring managers, executives, suppliers, and vendors required.

Solid presentation skills required.

Physical Job Demands:

Long periods of sitting and exposure to a computer monitor, frequent trips throughout the location.

Minimum lifting required.