EHS Generalist

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

The EHS Generalist is responsible for implementing existing company EHS programs and ensuring regulatory compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations, coordinating with the leaders and workers throughout the organization. They will also provide administrative and technical support in the coordination and completion of all company health and safety (EHS) programs. This position reports to VP, EHS.

This role is onsite and is based in Reno, NV at our Haws manufacturing facility.

• Work with manufacturing leaders to develop and implement programs to maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with EHS regulations, policies and procedures.
• Input incident reports as well as compile and track all incidents/accidents, and OSHA recordable incidents into Gensuite.
• Conduct worker risk assessments, including safety and occupational health, with emphasis on eliminating or reducing potential hazardous conditions.
• Review incident and accident reports to determine measures needed to prevent recurrences, including root cause analysis.
• Identify EHS training needs, conduct and oversee training, and ensure maintenance of the company training database.
• Support an effective safety committee with clear goals and objectives.
• Provide guidance to employees filling out incident reports and near-miss forms.
• Communicate with EHS Supervisor of any new incidents/near misses.
• Conduct ergo analysis of workstations and work with associates on risk reduction measures.
• Deliver training across all EHS programs, including new hire orientation, respirator use, hazardous chemicals, proper lifting techniques, emergency response, Hot Works, Lockout/Tagout, Forklift, PPE, Confined Space, Respirator, Harness / High Work, Contractor Safety, etc.
• Prepare and submit recertification of environmental permits
• Complete quarterly safety training sessions will all employees for OSHA compliance
• Coordinate layered 5S and safety audits on the shop floor.
• Provide administrative support in preparation for any state and federal audits.
• Perform routine housekeeping to ensure area operates within parameters that conform to environmental and safety standards.

• Associates degree or higher in related field or 5+ years related experience and/or training
• OSHA 30-hour training completed
• First Responder certified
• Industrial/Manufacturing EH&S experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory authority, including: EPA, OSHA, DOT, and familiarity with Federal, Machine Gauding, GHS, Confined Space Entry, Crane Safety, Forklift Training, and LOTO
• General Applicable Company Competencies Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. Punctuality and dependability. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and…