EHS Specialist jobs in Waldorf, MD

JOB DESCRIPTION

When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry… and still leads the way.

We are looking for an EHS Specialist to help us coordinate and implement comprehensive EHS programs and initiatives. As a Trex EHS Specialist, you will be looked to as an innovator in the manufacturing process and expected to develop and deliver safety training, investigate incidents to identify and mitigate hazards and assist in updating/creating safety procedures and manuals. This role is a key member of our Supply Chain team.

Our Operations team is guided by 5 beliefs:

1. We put people first
2. We all operate on the same page
3. We own it
4. We are always tuned for success
5. We make dynamic decisions

It’s how we started and how we continue to lead the industry – finding intersections of opportunity and hard work, digging in, and digging deep. The result is progress, both for the company and for the people building their careers here. If you are values-driven and share our beliefs, if you are willing to hold yourself and others accountable to the highest standards, then Trex is a place you can call home.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put safety first – Always!
• Lead and foster our “people first” culture
• Coordinate with Site Leadership to determine needs for safety training and develop and/or assist in the creation of training courses needed.
• Conduct mishap and near-miss investigations to identify uncontrolled hazards, verify hazard corrections, and monitor the effectiveness of existing hazard controls.
• Partner with outside vendors, contractors, and engineers regarding EHS matters to drive projects to completion from a proactive approach.
• Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and laws to ensure all projects comply with company safety policies and client requirements and adhere to regulatory safety laws.
• Assist with the creation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and conduct annual reviews of completed JHAs.
• Coordinate and conduct Emergency Response Training and Drills with the Site Emergency Response Team
• In coordination with the EHS Manager, assist with the evaluation and selection of new equipment and the development of related procedures.
• Conduct safety and occupational health inspections.
• Assist the EHS Manager with reviewing, creating, and updating EHS procedures, manuals, and supporting documents annually.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for leaders with a bachelor's degree along with a minimum of 2 years of relevant EHS experience. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a high school diploma with at least 5 years of relevant EHS experience will be considered. Experience working in both distribution and a manufacturing environment along with an OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus.  We want to hear from you if you have previous experience as a Safety Coordinator.

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there’s no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate – always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world’s first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:

• Do the Right Thing
• Act with Boldness and Authenticity
• Drive Sustainability
• Innovate and Adapt

At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team that sustains the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader – learning, adapting, solving, and succeeding.

We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

BENEFITS & PERKS 

We believe that real effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:

• Time Off: We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match: Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education: We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program: Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program: When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There’s an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you’ve been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise – enhancing your career, your team and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

JOB LOCATION

Winchester, Virginia, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular