Environmental Health and Safety Lead

Description

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Lead
Department: Manufacturing Administration
Location: Factory
Status: Regular, Full-Time
FLSA Category: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Facilities Manager
Direct Reports: 0
Level: Midlevel
Pay Range: $22 - $24 per hour
Relevant

Work Experience:

1+ years
Schedule: M-F, 8am-4:30pm
Travel: N/A

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Lead will support manufacturing management by coordinating safety training programs, investigating employee injuries, and managing safety and claims information. Additionally, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations and promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

• Safety Teams: Provide Leadership and direction for the company Safety and Rapid Response teams.
• Safety Training and Initiatives: Assist in the development and execution of safety training programs, ensuring alignment with company safety policies. Participate in accident investigations and provide timely responses to injured workers.
• Injury Reporting and Follow-Up: Report employee injuries to the relevant insurance agencies and provide detailed injury reports and follow-up actions to internal management.
• Near Miss Program Coordination: Oversee the Near Miss safety program by tracking incidents and delivering weekly reports to the manufacturing management team.
• Return to Work
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with the Human Resources department to support Return-to-work initiatives for injured employees.
• Fire Drills and Emergency Preparedness: Schedule and conduct fire drills in collaboration with manufacturing management and local fire department representatives.
• OSHA Compliance: Ensure the entry, reporting, and posting of required OSHA logs and reports are accurate and timely.
• OSHA Inspections: Participate in OSHA inspections and collaborate on implementing necessary corrective actions.

• Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) system administration.
• Help audit and improve RMCF safety policies and programs.
• Administer safety data sheet (SDS) folders.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and

Skills Required:

• Minimum of one year of experience in Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA regulations, and employee safety training. EMS work experience may be considered in lieu of EHS work experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions carefully and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills to convey instructions and information clearly and accurately to others.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and internet research.
• Certified Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience a plus.

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including bending, reaching, grasping small objects, and lifting up to 50 lbs, with or without accommodation.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• EAP program
• Short/Long Term Disability – Paid by Company
• Life Insurance – Paid by Company
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Discounts