EHS Specialist

EHS Specialist

The EHSS Specialist identifies, develops and implements safety programs and strategies throughout the Emtek Facility to reduce or eliminate injuries and their associated costs. Supports environmental programs and policies as needed. Subject matter expert and consultant to the organization on matters related to safety and health.

Position Location:

This is an onsite role reporting to our manufacturing plant in City of Industry, CA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide expert insight to plan and implement environmental, health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with Fortune Brands Innovations Emtek Facility, local, state and federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Utilizes established reporting and investigation procedures to conduct incident investigations for accidents, incidents, injuries and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions in the workplace. In addition, will conduct any follow up measures as required to ensure corrective actions are completed and document the results.
• Coordinates environmental and IH testing for storm water, sound, IAQ and personal exposures.
• Coordinates, implements and maintains environmental programs and environmental auditing/inspection for the facility.
• Acts as a technical resource and/or lead on specialized safety topics. Examples include such topics as chemical and noise exposure, machine guarding, confined space entry, ergonomics, lockout/tagout, material handling, powered industrial trucks and hazardous materials handling and transportation. Scope of technical expertise and/or lead status as determined by EHSS Manager.
• With direction from the EHSS Manager, identifies, develops, coordinates and implements effective safety education and training (e.g., New Hire Orientation, monthly, annual, corrective actions, etc.) awareness and promotional activities, recognition and awards, accountability and employee involvement programs for the organization.
• Assists with the development and execution of appropriate administrative programs for the preparation, distribution and maintenance of written programs, policies, procedures and records such as SDS, lockout procedures and OSHA reporting.
• Supports Behavior Based Safety (BBS) in driving participation, supplying critical data, coaching, and supervisor support.

Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.