EHS Coordinator at Humanscale in Piscataway, New Jersey

Job Description:

Humanscale

Job ID2024-4096

Category7020 - Operational Facilities

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support, and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.

Overview

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator will work to create and enforce a culture of safety within the organization. This position will be responsible for implementing programs, policies, and assessments to ensure the company is in compliance with all federal and internal health and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Continuously improve, evaluate, implement, and maintain health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to protect employees and comply with company, state, federal, and local regulations.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and conduct safety orientations, meetings, and quality training sessions. Identify, further develop, and deliver training programs in a manner that raises employees’ awareness and enables employees and supervisors to work safely.
• Maintain relevant EHS logs and documentation.
• Develop and administer plant safety and environmental initiatives and lead continuous improvement efforts in those areas, utilizing effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ensure daily, weekly, monthly, and annual inspections and audits are completed as necessary to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Enforce compliance with regulatory requirements (OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, DEP, etc.), including company EHS policies and procedures as well as annual regulatory reporting.
• Oversee hazardous waste storage area, waste reduction monitoring and ensure regulatory agency compliance, labeling, containments, proper disposal, and documentation.
• Require that all new materials and supply orders include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to evaluate new raw materials for facility use considering safety and regulatory factors.
• Conduct regular and unannounced walk-throughs of work areas and communicate with personnel to identify their concerns. Communicate safety and health issues to employees in order for them to gain a better understanding of safety.
• Assist in emergency response and provide first aid guidance.
• Partner with Human Resources to manage facility workplace incident investigations, including responding to and reporting all incidents, conducting incident investigations, determining root causes, establishing recurrence prevention plans, and ensuring follow-through. Recognize and reward employee input that improves safety and health in the workplace. Develop a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Regularly maintain knowledge of industry trends within the safety and environmental regulations that affect the organization.
• Assist with small Facilities maintenance tasks as needed
• Additional tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety discipline or equivalent preferred
• EHS Based certifications such as OSHA 511 and similar courses will be considered
• 3+ years of experience in safety and environmental compliance in a manufacturing environment
• Hazard and risk assessment experience
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/initiatives within budget limits and time constraints
• Firm analytical skills and understanding of problem-solving tools/methods
• Adept verbal and written communication skills
• Solid interpersonal skills; proven ability to partner with others to accomplish goals
• Diligent organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work well in a team environment
• Proven sense of accountability
• Must be able to stand throughout the workday, lift, push, and pull 40 lbs.
• Valid driver's license
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required

Benefits

• Competitive base
• Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
• Medical Discounts
• Ancillary Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
• Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• 401k matching
• Paid time off (including 15 PTO days and 10 holidays)

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran)

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