The Environmental, Heath, and Safety (EHS) Technician is responsible for providing full time environmental health and safety support to manufacturing operations in compliance with applicable policy and regulatory requirements. The individual in this position will support the development and coordination of training programs to establish and promote the maintenance of a safe, accident free, and healthy workplace. This is an office-based position but will regularly require the individual to work and interact with team members in a manufacturing plant setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To Perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.

• Practice safe working techniques and re-enforce company EHS policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Provide daily guidance and direction in EHS programs at the associate / supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach.
• Present training programs for new hires and current team members, addressing relevant health, safety, and/or environmental issues.
• Assist managers/supervisors with accident response including during off hours and on weekends.
• Ensure team members have access to and use appropriate safety and environmental supplies and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure that contractor personnel working on the property are in compliance with company EHS policies and safety requirements.
• Maintain facility specific EHS procedures for safe work practices and equipment operation.
• Lead accident response team.
• Audit facilities for compliance with company EHS policies and applicable regulations. Oversee, perform, and assist with other internal and external audits or inspections.
• Assist in coordination of team member medical treatments, and in returning injured team members to work. Attend shift safety meetings and participate in presentations.
• Complete EHS reporting.
• Perform storm water monitoring and sampling for assigned facilities.
• Maintain environmental and safety documents/permits on site, in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
• Adhere to established company values, practices, policies, and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

An individual qualified for this job must be able to:

• Exhibit familiarity with manufacturing work and safety procedures.
• Find solutions to unsafe working conditions and environmental concerns.
• Make decisions based on combination of analysis, experience, and professional judgment.
• Demonstrate excellent organization and project coordination skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effectively present information in a way that facilitates learning.
• Lead and motivate team members, spark, and direct conversation during committee meetings.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers effectively, respectfully.
• Operate a computer—PC proficiency; use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and risk management information systems.
• Efficiently and accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
• Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
• Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
• Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
• Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities, and job knowledge.
• Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
• Use equipment, resources, and time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Use good judgment when making decisions.
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS

An individual qualified for this job must have and maintain the following qualifications:

• Satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties.
• Valid drivers’ license and good driving record required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

• This is a desk-based job and will require the individual to remain seated for long periods of time and have the manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, phone, copier/scanner, and similar machines.
• While conducting training and interacting with associates, the individual must be able to move about the warehouse, access high and low shelves, and transport products weighing up to 65 pounds, with assistance or motorized equipment as needed. The individual must also be able to communicate effectively in a busy and often noisy warehouse environment.
• Able to walk throughout inside and outside facilities, including stairs, concrete, and uneven ground.

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS

The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.

• The individual will work in an office setting in the same room as other individuals. Noise levels are average for an office and include conversation and/or office equipment noise.
• While conducting training and interacting with associates, the individual will also be expected to work in a warehouse environment, which may include being exposed to work in high, precarious places, outdoor weather conditions, dust, and extreme heat or cold. Noise levels are loud.

ADA/ADAAA

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.