Environment, Health & Safety Coordinator

The Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining workplace health and safety programs to ensure employee safety, regulatory compliance and a culture of safety excellence. The EHS Program Coordinator will monitor workplace risks, develop and conduct safety training, ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards, investigate incidents and support management in cultivating a safe work environment.

This key position is responsible for maintaining Pasta Montana’s food safety, quality, authenticity and legality program under the BRCGS guidelines.

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING AND PASSING PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST

Salary: Depending on qualifications $31.25 - $43.27 hourly annual $60,000 - $90,000

Essential Job Functions

• Manage the EHS Program, schedule and facilitate regular management meetings. Keep managers up to date with EHS changes and updates.
• Develop, implement and maintain occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions. Conduct Job Safety Assessments (JSA) to identify hazards before they lead to accidents or injuries.
• Coordinate and conduct employee safety programs, workshops, trainings and new employee orientations. Manage the organization's Learning Management System (LMS) and annual training assignments. Ensure required learning is assigned and completed on time. Assist with facilitating the company quarterly safety/plant meetings.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents and near misses, document findings and recommend measures to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain comprehensive safety records, including reports, accident logs, and training documents. Ensure program policies and procedures are documented and kept up to date.
• Stay updated on federal, state and local occupational health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with management to foster a positive safety culture.
• Coordinate emergency response plans and drills.
• Ensure first aid, AED programs and related safety resources are adequately maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of OSHA and other applicable federal, state and local safety regulations.
• Familiarity with the tools, machines and equipment used in the workplace.
• Strong leadership abilities to oversee safety programs and training.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey safety protocols and compliance requirements.
• Ability to train employees in safety policies and conduct regular safety training sessions.
• Must be able to work independently and efficiently and be able to handle multiple priorities. Excellent Verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in the use of computer-automated systems, Microsoft Suite.

Education and Experience

1. A bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety or a related field preferred. Related experience can be substituted for education.

2. Certified Safety Professional, OSHA, EHS or related certification required within 1-year of employment.

3. Experience in manufacturing preferred.

4. Prior experience required in Health and Safety.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sitting Occasional Reaching Rarely

Standing Frequent Manual Dexterity Frequent

Walking Frequent Telephone Occasional

Kneeling Frequent Computer Screen Frequent

Bending Frequent Lifting 40lbs

Frequently standing and walking around total plant operation and production equipment. Sitting for extended periods of time. May require occasional travel.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.