EHS Coordinator

Location: 2439 Discovery Hills Parkway, Brookshire, TX 77441

PAY: $55,000 to $80,000

Job Summary Statement

The Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator is responsible for coordinating Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) initiatives and regulatory compliance. The EHS Coordinator will possess a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for safety. He/she will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement improvements, streamline operations, and drive safety innovation in our manufacturing processes.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains environmental health and safety programs and policies in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conducts regular safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Provides safety training to employees, including new hire orientation, annual refresher courses, and specialized training as needed.
• Works with plant leaders to develop job safety and job hazard analyses.
• Investigates and respond to environmental incidents, including spills, releases, and other hazardous events.
• Maintains accurate records of environmental and safety incidents, training, and audits.
• Partners with departments across the organization to promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship; develops and implement proactive safety measures, training, and policies to prevent accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses in the workplace
• Ensures compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and other regulatory organizations and entities.
• Maintains a chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheets.
• Stays current with new regulations, best practices, and emerging trends in EHS.
• Maintains and trends injury data/statistics and develops strategies to reduce employee accidents and injuries.
• Collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering and Facilities to conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Works with team to develop and maintain comprehensive emergency response plans for EHS related incidents, including accidents and environmental emergencies.
• Collaborates with various internal departments, senior management, and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication, training, and education on HSE matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in environmental health and safety, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in environmental health and safety, with experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (read, write, speak)
• Strong knowledge of environmental health and safety regulations and standards, including OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for promoting environmental health and safety in the workplace.