What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at Tarkett?
Summary
Tarkett is looking for an EHS Specialist to join our talented team. This role will help develop, establish, and maintain an environmental health and safety program that strives to meet or exceed all regulatory requirements, and provides for a safe work environment that is free of hazards in pursuit of zero work-related injuries / illnesses, using a behavioral based approach. This position will be based in our Tarkett Hospitality location, and will report to site EHS Manager.
Responsibilities
- Assists with all aspects of the Environmental Health and Safety program.
- Assist in ensuring compliance to all Safe Work Practices (SWP), regulatory standards (EPA, OSHA, NFPA, etc.) and plant policies and procedures.
- Conduct training / assessments / audits / investigations as an important part of the World Class Manufacturing management system
- Assist with the ISO 14001 / 18001 EHS requirements and audit process for continued certification
- Formulate and deliver safety training presentations and training for both small and large audiences, hourly and salaried.
- Deliver EHS orientation to new and temporary associates.
- Assist in ensuring proper training and compliance to plant EHS policies and procedures involving contractor / vendor personnel.
- Perform, document, and trend behavioral-safety observations.
- Analyze data and perform trending analysis in order to identify and implement corrective actions as well as develop strategic risk mitigation strategies.
- Assist in maintaining assorted databases and software programs in support of the EHS Department and Plant EHS initiatives.
- Aid in the completion of the Plant's monthly and annual reports
- Help conduct ergonomic assessments of equipment, workstations, etc. as needed.
- Help research safety equipment for its application and purchase.
- Assist in personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and trials as well as to ensure its proper use, maintenance and storage.
- Assist in workers compensation claim management and return to work programs.
- Serve as an EHS Champion in furthering "Safety First" culture.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Experience & Education Qualifications
What We Offer
Responsible Manufacturing - Protecting Our Planet for the Future
Who we are :
With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.
Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach.
Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker : TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.
