Env., Health, and Safety Engineer jobs in Longview, TX

Schneider Electric takes safety and sustainability very seriously. We set aggressive goals in reducing injuries, waste to landfills, and energy consumption. We work with different local and international organizations and associations on economic, social, and environmental issues to foster sustainable development in cooperation with various players from society. Schneider Electric confirms its commitment and participation in discussions on challenges related to climate change.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Safety, Health, and Environmental Engineer to join our Athens Distribution Center.  This position will ensure the distribution center complies with all applicable Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements (e.g. State, Federal and Schneider-Electric). Detailed knowledge and practical application of environment, health, and safety regulations in the U.S and TX is required. The SH&E Engineer will provide EHS support to operations including engineering, manufacturing, and non-manufacturing.

 This individual will be an integral part of the Athens Distribution Center operations located in Athens, TX and the Safety and Environment function and will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to establish the necessary programs to ensure excellent overall results in environment, health, safety, and sustainability.

It is envisioned that this individual will promote the importance of a strong environment, health, and safety culture by providing training and establishing/directing EHS programs. This individual must display good communication, planning, and management skills.

What will you do?

• Ensure employees and operations maintain compliance with all environment, health and safety regulations; and support the review of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization.

   

• Assist in maintain appropriate metrics, evaluate data trending, and provide data input to management reviews, with a view to continuous improvement and enhancement of EHS performance.

   

• Assist with the implementation of EHS policies, practices, guidelines, and procedures. Identify location-specific requirements for each area and participate in the development of related programs and policies.

   

• Assist in developing training programs and conduct training to comply with regulatory corporate EHS initiatives.

   

• Coordinate incident/accident investigation process including root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are completed.

   

• Conduct environment, health and safety audits and risk assessments.

  Participate during external EHS compliance audits and loss prevention audits.

   

• Coordinate the completion of all corrective actions with site personnel resulting from risk assessments, compliance audits or loss prevention audits.

   

• Assist during the required permitting submissions for air, water, and land jurisdictional requirements.

   

• Serve as backup point of contact for government inquiries relating to EHS.

   

• Actively participate in the site S&E committee.

   

• Participate in the site’s Continuous Improvement/Lean/5S activities.

What qualifications will make you successful? 

• B.S. Degree in Environment, Health, and Safety Management or equivalent

   

• Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience in a designated environment, health, and safety position, with experience in manufacturing environment, preferably fabrication machinery and paint line process.

   

• Must demonstrate the ability and willingness to successfully work independently and communicate with senior management.

   

• Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of environment, health and safety guidelines and regulations, a good working knowledge of health and safety engineering.

   

• Knowledge and understanding of ISO45001 and ISO 14001 standards.

   

• Ability to understand and apply Federal, State, and local regulations.

   

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Must have ability to communicate through all levels of the organization.

   

• Experience in electrical safety, machine guarding, training and ergonomics a plus.

What's in it for me?

• Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k) match, and more.

Who will you report to? Distribution Director

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Why us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.

We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we ‘embrace different’ as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.