COMPETENCIES: (i.e., to be defined in terms of required education, training, skills, and/or experience)

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3 years of safety experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment and manufacturing processes
• Strong Knowledge in OSHA & EPA Regulations
• Strong communication skills
• Skill in presenting recommendations for action plans to management based on analysis
• Regulatory training or experience with OSHA & EPA certifications as an EHS professional are a plus

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (i.e., functions, authorities, tasks, etc.)

• Act as Safety Coordinator, leading the development and monitoring of safety programs and training company-wide
• Plant safety program support in developing a Safe Work Environment through protective guarding, preventative practices, proper PPE, etc. Environmental and Safety involvement including necessary documentation support
• Maintain compliance of The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29CFR1910 and The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 40CFR.
• Inspects facility(s) to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Complete incident/accident reports and investigations.
• Monitor and analyze incident reports; including personal injury, property damage, fires, spills, near misses, etc., to develop and communicate trends and targets for improvement
• Manages Environmental and Safety audits and project reviews.
• Perform and/or coordinate monitoring activities to ensure compliance with EHS regulation including material, process and equipment review, emission and waste tracking, industrial hygiene, noise, ergonomics, visible emissions, odors, water discharges, etc.
• Owns and maintains the EHS Procedure Manual for all programs.
• Conducts and coordinates EHS training sessions for various programs and assists in development/revision of training materials.
• Develops various EHS communications for delivery to employees and contractors.
• Evaluate new materials and material use to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, promote a safe work environment and protect the environment.
• Work with engineering in the design and installation of new or altered equipment or processes with the goal of eliminating or reducing safety hazards and environmental impact.
• Develop and maintain Job Safety/Hazard Assessments and environmental impact assessments.
• Evaluate personal protective equipment (PPE), new tools and equipment and make recommendations regarding their use and operation to ensure employee safety

• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned
• Comply with the company's quality management system requirements
• Follow and enforce all company policies
• Willingness to cross train

• Advocate for continuous improvement projects

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: (i.e., optional - primary contacts/interfaces internally and externally)

• Interface internally with employees.
• Interface externally with the general public.