EHS Coordinator-Environmental Health & Safety

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator
Department: Operations / Safety Reports To: Shane Swammi Location: Puyallup, WA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hourly Salary Range: $27.18 - $35.85

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (EHS) is responsible for leading and supporting our environmental, health, and safety initiatives that ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This role promotes a strong safety culture in all departments, supporting continuous improvement and risk reduction efforts within a manufacturing environment, by preventing workplace injuries and maintaining compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on, collaborative professional, who will spend significant time on the production floor, addressing risks related to heavy stamping presses, roll‑forming machinery, automated assembly line operations, and high‑tension spring handling. The candidate communicates effectively at all levels, and is passionate about fostering a safe, compliant, and engaged workplace.

• Policy & Program Administration
  • Administer, implement, and continually improve company safety policies and programs to maintain compliance with all applicable EHS regulations.
  • Develop, document, and maintain EHS procedures, processes, and records, including OSHA documentation, IIPP, and environmental permits.
  • Workplace Safety & Machinery Compliance
  • Machine Guarding:
    Audit and maintain safety guards and presence-sensing devices on roll‑forming mills, press brakes, and cutting equipment.
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO):
    Develop, update, and enforce machine‑specific energy control procedures for line maintenance and clearing jams.
  • Ergonomics Program:
    Assess and reduce repetitive strain risks associated with lifting door panels, packing hardware, and loading shipping racks.
  • Material Handling:
    Monitor safe operation of forklifts, tuggers, and overhead cranes used to move heavy steel coils and finished door sections.
• Safety Culture & Leadership
  • Promote a proactive and engaged safety culture by influencing employee attitudes and behaviors.
  • Partner with all departments to integrate safety into daily operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead and facilitate the Safety Committee to ensure compliance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
  • Environmental & Chemical Management
    • Hazard Communication:
      Manage the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) library for chemicals used in insulation injection (polyurethane/polystyrene foaming), powder coating, and track lubrication.
    • Waste Disposal:
      Oversee safe storage, labeling, and disposal of hazardous waste, scrap metal, and chemical byproducts.
    • Permit Compliance:
      Assist with tracking data for air emissions, storm water runoff, and industrial wastewater permits.
• Training & Communication
  • Develop and deliver effective safety training programs, including new hire orientation, annual refreshers, and task‑specific instruction.
  • Maintain accurate training records and ensure all employees meet required certification and competency standards.
  • Core Responsibilities
  • Workplace Safety & Machinery Compliance
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO):
    Develop, update, and enforce machine‑specific energy control procedures for line maintenance and clearing jams.
  • High‑Risk Training:
    Deliver specialized training on high‑tension spring assembly safety, fall protection for loading docks, and pedestrian‑forklift safety zones.
• Risk Assessment & Incident Management
  • Conduct safety inspections, audits, and job hazard analyses (JHAs) to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; determine root causes and drive corrective and preventive actions.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and…