EHS Coordinator

EHS Coordinator

Job Summary: 

This employee will have plant responsibilities for Health, Safety, Environmental and Risk Management matters and affairs. Conducts inspection of plant and equipment to identify, evaluate' and control hazards or conditions, which might cause accidents, environmental incidents or violate Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations. Serves as EHS leader for the advancement of the Plant EHS Program and the prevention of plant injuries and environmental incidents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Leads corporate driven EHS program with Hands On -On the Floor approach.
• Monitors Plant KPI’s EHS costs and leads charge to reduce EHS KPI’s and lower EHS cost (waste, accidents, etc.)
• Investigates accidents, near misses, and environmental incidents in the Plant and helps plant management develop corrective actions.
• Implements and monitors EHS procedures, policies and seeks out improvements to control safety and environmental hazards. (Lockout, Hazardous Communication, PPE, Hearing, SPPC, Storm Water Plans as examples)
• Report and manage WC claims with insurance companies.
• Represents management at Company Safety Meeting along with the other Plant personnel. Serves as liaison between management and Production and Maintenance employees in the daily administration of the Safety Program.
• Performs job hazard analysis on machinery, equipment, operations, and plant areas looking for hazards; recommends actions to correct/eliminate conditions which could create hazards to employes or violate OSHA Standards. Performs monthly clean up and safety inspections and compiles and distributes applicable reports.
• Coordinates the correction of potential OSHA safety violations with Managers/Supervisors, Plant Engineering, & Maintenance.
• Accompanies the OSHA and EPA compliance officers with the Plant Manager or their representative on the inspection of the Plant.
• Prepares, schedules, and conducts training classes for hourly and supervisory employees on all aspects of EHS training in the plant.
• Creates and tracks corrective action plans/projects to improve safety and environmental results.
• Maintains all EHS and EHS Training records in accordance with ISO 9002 requirements.
• Orders EHS supplies, materials, signs banners, posters, etc., with approval of the Plant Manager.
• Performs Environmental, Safety and Hygiene tests, audits, and reporting as required.
• Performs additional safety duties as directed by the Manager for the effective management of the Plant EHS Program.
• The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements: 

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/science discipline, industrial hygiene, chemistry, or related field is required.

2. Certification: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required; 7 years preferred.

3. Preferred certifications: CHMM, CSP.

4. Valid driver's license required.

Number of Direct Reports:  None                   

Job Titles of Direct Reports:  None

Skills and Abilities: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using while numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other Skills and Abilities:  Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, ERP system, etc.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: 

None

Work Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

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 functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and/ or walk, and/ or use arms and hands to load and unload material for extended period of time. Must be able to safely lift and load 50lbs. The employee must also be able to work outside in a variety of conditions. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours.

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