Specialist, Environmental, Health, and Safety

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

 



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+  Coordinates and implements EHS programs designed to provide and maintain a sustainable work environment. 


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+ Establishes best practices and develops and implements training programs to maintain compliance with applicable Local, State, and Federal EHS regulations, as well as, internal policies and procedures.  


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+ Works with EHS Manager to oversee the development and advancement of the EHS management system, self-audit compliance program and internal inspections. 


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+ Evaluates and implements productivity improvements within the EHS discipline using TIPS and Lean tools. 


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+ Leads cross-functional efforts to continuously improve plant improvement processes.  


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+ Attends team meetings in support of the site’s compliance efforts.  


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+ Provides interpretation of existing and upcoming EHS issues/legislation affecting the plant.  


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+ Provides expert guidance to EHS and site leaders on environmental matters and compliance system design and implementation.  


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+ Proposes innovative strategies and programs for existing, emerging and new environmental concerns.  


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+ Serves as EHS focal point for designated plant product line(s).  


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+ Investigates incidents and compliance issues to determine and eliminate root causes. 


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+ Develops cost effective programs/procedures to minimize plant’s impact on the environment due to discharges, emissions, and releases. 


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+ Prepares and/or reviews routine reports for submission to agencies, trade associations, and company.  


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+ Supports site emergency response processes.  
 
Education/ Skills/ Experience:  
 
+ Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school and one to four years’ related experience and/or training in EHS with experience in regulatory structure in a manufacturing; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
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o Proven track record of results; providing functional coaching in a manufacturing environment. 
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o Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Able to interact comfortably with business and operations leaders to establish credibility and influence where necessary. 
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o Strong computer and data management skills desired.

Experience with web-based applications, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, is required. 
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o Must have the ability to prioritize in a challenging environment of competing needs and tactically implement and bring projects to closure in a timely manner. 
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